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- Days to maturity
- 45 days
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- United States
Overview
Minowase is the classic Japanese daikon that many named strains descend from. The white roots run 8 to 12 inches long and about 1.5 inches thick, and they push 2 to 3 inches above the soil, so the shoulders turn green. Sow into deep, loose soil for a fall crop, thin early to prevent forking, and water evenly to avoid splitting; a light frost after sizing up improves the sweetness. Traditionally it goes into takuan pickles, grated garnishes, and simmered dishes. Also listed as Japanese Minowase Daikon.
Minowase traits
- White daikon roots 8-12 in long, 1.5 in thick
- Shoulders rise above soil and turn green
- Mild, clean flavor
- Sow for fall harvest in deep, loose soil
- Foundational Japanese daikon type
Good for
- Takuan pickles
- Grating
- Simmering
Compare with other daikon radish varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minowase this page | 45 days | — | — |
| Minowase Summer Cross | 45–53 days | — | — |
| Tokinashi | 45–65 days | — | — |
| Early 40 | 40 days | — | — |
| Japanese Minowase | 40–50 days | — | — |
| Mino Early | 40 days | — | — |
| Miyashige | 50 days | — | — |
Minowase FAQ
What kind of daikon radish is Minowase?
Minowase is the classic Japanese daikon that many named strains descend from. The white roots run 8 to 12 inches long and about 1.5 inches thick, and they push 2 to 3 inches above the soil, so the shoulders turn green.
How many days to maturity is Minowase?
Minowase is listed at 45 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other daikon radish varieties, so check them in the daikon radish growing guide.
How does Minowase compare with other daikon radish varieties?
Minowase: 45 days. Similar daikon radish varieties include Minowase Summer Cross (45–53 days), Tokinashi (45–65 days), Early 40 (40 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Minowase good for?
Minowase is grown for takuan pickles, grating, simmering.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every daikon radish variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Daikon Radish growing guide
- Daikon Soil Preparation: Preventing Forked and Stunted Roots
- How to Sow Daikon Radish Seed Directly in the Ground
- Caring for Daikon Radish: Watering, Feeding and Earthing Up
- Daikon Radish Growing Calendar: Sowing to Winter Harvest
- Daikon Radish Problems: Pests, Rot and Forked or Split Roots
- When to Harvest Daikon Radish and How to Store It
- All 31 daikon radish varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.