Daikon isn't the most popular plant that you can find in most gardens, but it's extremely healthy, and it can enrich your diet.
Growing daikon isn't exactly hard, but you should know about its preferences to collect a nice harvest.
Here are some tips for you.
Adequate Sunlight
To thrive, your daikon needs at least 6 hours of sunlight every day, so pick the right location carefully.
Soil Preparation
Daikon prefers loose, well-draining soil that is well-fertilized.
Daikon roots grow long and deep, so loose soil allows for proper root development and easier harvest.
Adequate Watering
You should keep the soil wet, but not overwatered.
Use mulching to get rid of excess water and help it spread evenly.
Fertilization
Use a slow-release organic fertilizer or well-balanced granular fertilizer into the soil to help the plant.
During the growing season, you can supplement with side-dressings of nitrogen-rich fertilizers to support the proper development.
Weed Control
Regularly remove useless weeds by hand or use mulch to suppress their growth.
Get rid of pests
Use companion planting, special insecticidal soaps, or neem oil to get rid of dangerous pests and help daikon to thrive.
Harvesting at the Right Time
Harvest daikon roots when they finally reach maturity, usually around 45-60 days after you plant it, depending on the variety.
Daikon roots can become woody if left in the ground for too long.
