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KN-Bravo
Root vegetableRaphanus sativus var. longipinnatus
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 49 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 2" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
KN-Bravo's internal color ranges from pale purple to white with purple streaks. Lends beautiful color to kimchi or fresh salads. Roots average 4-6" x 2 1/2-3" with good, sweet eating quality. Suitable for spring and summer sowings. NOTE: This variety contains 5-10% white-rooted off types.
Planting
Direct sow ¼ inch deep, 2-3 weeks before last spring frost, or mid-to-late summer for fall crops; thin seedlings to 2-3 inches apart
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining, loose loam; friable texture essential for straight root development. Space plants 2" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, root maggots (less common in hybrid radishes), cabbage moths. Common diseases: Fusarium wilt (rare in well-drained soil), bacterial leaf spot (minor in cool seasons).