Daikon radish 'April Cross'

Raphanus sativus longipinnatus

How to grow Daikon radish 'April Cross'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that April Cross is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. April Cross requires a loamy and clay soil with a ph of 5.5 - 6.8 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing April Cross from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.47 inches (1.2 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting April Cross

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as April Cross is a tender plant.

Harvesting April Cross