Japanese Minowase Daikon Radish

I can’t wait to pull this radish that I’m growing for the 2025 grow contest because it’s huge!! I’ve never eaten this one before but can’t wait to try it! Very easy plant to grow!!

I did a double take on the tops thinking they were lettuce they sprouted so quickly. The radishes are spicy and crisp. I planted in Jan/Feb in 12b (tropical) with no issue.

I planted the seeds in late October in southern New Mexico, zone 8b. I thought it was too late to plant but this daikon did very well in my 12-inch deep raised bed throughout winter with frost cover. The bottom of my raised bed has weed barrier fabric and I was afraid if I could grow long daikons in my raised bed. All daikons have been straight and long as I hoped for. With some frost, the flesh becomes sweeter. I’ve intended to use it for cooking but it tastes too good to use it for later each time... My 5-year old eats it raw without condiments. The leaves are very yummy in soup and sautéed.