Radishes Flashcards
1
Q
Named cultivar
A
Raphanus sativus ‘Perfecto’
2
Q
When to sow
A
April to July
3
Q
How to sow
A
Sow seeds 5cm deep and 2.5cm apart
4
Q
How to maintain
A
Water well and keep soil moist
5
Q
When to harvest
A
Harvest when they reach 2.5-3cm in diameter by gently pulling them from the soil. Pick them before they become woody.
6
Q
How to store
A
Store in an airtight bags with paper towels, or in a jar of water in the fridge for up to 1 week.
7
Q
How long to store for
A
Up to 1 week.
8
Q
One pest and it’s controls
A
Flea beetles. Little holes in the leaves and the radish may no mature. Cover with fine mesh and keep well watered. Remove plant debris. Crop rotation.
9
Q
One disease and it’s controls
A
Downy mildew. Destroy infected plants, improve air circulation, practice crop rotation, no overhead watering
