What is the best month to plant green radish?

When to plant green radish

Green radish is usually planted in autumn. In most cases, green radish is best planted around August. In addition, green radish can be planted at the latest at the end of August. Green radish is generally planted and propagated by sowing.

Planting time in the north and south: There is a slight difference in the time suitable for planting green radish in the south and the north. Generally, green radish is planted in April and May in the south, while green radish is planted in March and April in the north.

Greenhouse planting time: Green radish can be grown in a greenhouse. The time for greenhouse planting is different from the time for open-air planting of green radish. Generally, when planting green radish in a greenhouse, as long as the temperature in the greenhouse is stable, it can be planted and raised in any season.

Green radish production area and planting month

Green radish is a green-skinned radish, which is usually grown more in the northern region. The main producing areas are generally concentrated in Tianjin, Hebei, Beijing, Shandong, Henan, Shaanxi and Shanxi.

Tianjin Green Radish

Tianjin green radish is usually planted in early August and usually matures in November or December. The green radish produced in Tianjin is green in color, has a crisp texture, and tastes crispy and sweet.

Shandong green radish

Shandong green radishes are generally planted around July and August and can be harvested in October and November. The green radishes produced in Shandong are very fresh, uniform in shape and size, and contain more water.

Radish varieties and planting months

There are many varieties of green radish. The more common ones are Shawo green radish, Weixian radish, daying green radish, Gegu green radish, Qiaotou green radish, small-tassel green radish, Lutou green radish and two-tassel green radish.

Sand Wo Green Radish

Shawo green radish is usually planted in mid-to-late August and can be harvested at the end of November. Shawo green radish is shaped like an elongated cylinder, and the skin is emerald green, usually whiter at the end.

Weixian radish

Weixian radish is planted in late July or early August and will mature in October or November. Weixian radish has a sweet taste, a crisp texture, a slight spicy taste, and a high starch content.