Radish (Mooli) Seeds: Growing radishes in your garden would invariably mean better health and nourishment for your family. Radishes, in themselves, are extremely healthful and nutritious, and if you grow them in your very own kitchen garden, they will only turn out more delicious and healthful. And they are also pretty to look at! Radishes have been part of the Asian culinary history since pre-historic times and their status as health foods has only increased and become better. Radishes are an essential ingredient of Japanese, Chinese, and even Indian food culture. Daikon is the popular white radish which has many varieties such as the red radish, the half-red radish and others. The half-red radish is not as pungent and sour as the red radish. Out of the three and different varieties of radishes, the most mild in flavor is the white radish. Nonetheless, their nutritional content and density is the same across the spectrum. The half-red radish is as nutritionally dense as its counterparts which means you get an abundant supply of Vitamin C, Iodine, Folate, Potassium, antioxidants, anthocyanins, etc. Radishes are great for enhancing and improving immunity and are a natural coolant for the body. The vegetable aids in digestion, is low in calories, and a great detoxifier. Preferably eaten raw in salads and sometimes sandwiches, the radishes can also be cooked, steamed, and added to soups for a wholesome meal. Chomp on them and enjoy good health. But first, shop the seeds that will make beautiful half-red radishes grow in your gardens. Soil should be mixed with well rotten Cow dung. Sow at least 2-3 seeds in 6 inches raised rows at distance of 1.0 feet between row to row and 3 inches feet between plant to plant. Water it immediately and then water as per requirement. After germination, keep only one plant at one place and remove all other plants just after germination. Harvest after 40-45 days. Sowing Time : Suitable for June to November sowing. Root colour : Upper half portion is red and lower half portion is white. Specification : Roots thin, 10-12 inches long, sleek and tapering in shape. Maturity: After 40-45 days from sowing.
