VEGETABLE RADISH MALAGA PURPLE

Description

VEGETABLE RADISH MALAGA PURPLE

VEGETABLE RADISH MALAGA PURPLE. Striking violet purple skinned variety with crisp white flesh. The leaves are tender enough to include in a salad when young. Sow every 2-3 weeks for a continuous supply throughout the summer. A must for every allotment and veg patch alike.

Cultivation advice VEGETABLE RADISH MALAGA PURPLE

Cultivation Advice for Malaga Purple Radish

• Opt for well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Enhance soil fertility by incorporating organic matter or compost.
• Directly sow Malaga Purple radish seeds in the garden bed.
• Plant seeds approximately half an inch deep, spacing them one inch apart in rows 12 inches apart.
• Maintain consistent soil moisture to support germination and growth.
• Avoid irregular watering to prevent issues like cracking or pithiness.
• Provide full sunlight, ensuring at least 6-8 hours of direct exposure daily.
• Thin radish seedlings to ensure proper spacing, typically around 2-3 inches apart.
• Apply organic mulch to assist in moisture retention and control weed growth.
• Use a balanced organic fertilizer if necessary, following recommended application rates.
• Monitor for pests like flea beetles or aphids.
• Implement organic pest control methods if needed.
• Rotate crops to minimize the risk of soil-borne diseases.
• Harvest Malaga Purple radishes when they reach maturity, usually around 25-30 days after planting.
• Gently pull them from the soil.
• Utilize freshly harvested radishes promptly for the best flavor and texture.
• Consider planting successively every 10-14 days for a continuous harvest.