What are the cultivation methods and precautions for hydroponic green radish?

Growth habits of hydroponic green radish

The hydroponic green radish likes warmth and humidity, requires sufficient sunlight, is not shade-tolerant, cold-tolerant, and drought-tolerant. It survives the winter in a greenhouse or other protected area at a temperature of 12-15°C. It is resistant to pruning, has strong branching ability, and has a wide range of adaptability to soil, but grows best in slightly acidic loam rich in organic matter and with a PH of 6.5-7.

Hydroponic green radish cultivation method

Flower soil: When growing green radish in water, it is best to use soil with good drainage and looseness. It is recommended to use flower soil with acidic pH. Family cultivation generally uses a mixture of peat, sand and vermiculite.

Water: It grows better in a slightly moist place, so it should be watered in time during the growing season, but there should not be excess water. When the temperature drops in late autumn, the amount of watering should be constantly controlled.

Light: To create a semi-shaded growth environment for it, it can provide sufficient light in spring, autumn and winter, but it must be shaded in summer. Too weak light or too short a time will affect its growth.

Pruning: During its growth period, it is necessary to do a good job of pinching the top of the branches to help it branch better. After the flowers bloom, the branches that have bloomed should be cut off, which will help grow new branches and reduce nutrient consumption.

Precautions for hydroponic cultivation of green radish

Change the water frequently: Change the water every two or three days. Use clean tap water or purified water. Spray water on the leaves frequently to keep them moist.

Add nutrient solution: Add 2-3 drops of nutrient solution while changing the water. Special nutrient solution will do.

Temperature: Give it a 20℃ growing environment and move it indoors to receive sunlight. Also, cut off the rotten roots in time.

Root pruning: The roots of hydroponic green radish should be properly pruned. If root rot is found, it should be cut off with sterilized scissors to avoid affecting the growth of the plant.