🫚 Mooli Radish

Sowing window (UK)	July to August
Minimum soil temperature	5°C at seed depth
Sowing depth	2 cm
Spacing	15 cm apart
Days to germination	5 days
Days to harvest	60 days
Sowing method	Direct sow outdoors
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	full-sun
Watering	moderate
Plant family	Brassicaceae

When should I sow Mooli Radish in the UK?

In the UK, sow Mooli Radish from July to August. It is normally sown direct outdoors. Wait until the soil has reached 5°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - mooli radish will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Mooli Radish need to germinate?

Mooli Radish needs a minimum soil temperature of 5°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Mooli Radish?

For Mooli Radish, sow it 2cm deep and space plants 15cm apart.

How long does Mooli Radish take to grow?

Mooli Radish takes roughly 60 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 5 days.

Is Mooli Radish frost hardy?

Yes. Mooli Radish is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.