{"product_id":"karaine-giant-white-daikon-radish-hybrid-seeds","title":"Karaine Giant White Daikon Radish, Hybrid Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKaraine Giant White Daikon Radish, Hybrid Seeds — The Japanese Market Daikon With 20-Inch Roots and Frost-Sweetened Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew vegetables command the garden quite like a fully grown daikon — and Karaine is one of the finest Japanese daikon hybrids you can grow. Bred for exceptional size, uniformity, and market quality, Karaine produces massive, smooth-skinned white roots that reach 50 cm (20 inches) long and weigh over 2 kg (4–5 lbs). This is the daikon of Japanese home kitchens and farmers’ markets alike — crisp, juicy, and endlessly versatile. Plant it in fall for the best flavor and size. A touch of frost only makes it sweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Karaine Daikon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive size\u003c\/strong\u003e — roots reach 35–50 cm (14–20 inches) long with smooth, bright white skin and dense, juicy flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — superior uniformity, yield, and disease resistance compared to open-pollinated daikon varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e — mild and slightly peppery raw; sweet and mellow when cooked or pickled; improves after light frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural soil improvement\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep taproot breaks up compacted soil as it grows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong harvest window\u003c\/strong\u003e — harvest young for milder flavor or let reach full size for maximum yield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible tops\u003c\/strong\u003e — sauté with garlic or add to miso soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaraine shines across the full spectrum of Asian cuisine. Grate fresh as \u003cem\u003edaikon oroshi\u003c\/em\u003e alongside tempura or grilled fish. Cube and ferment into Korean \u003cem\u003ekkakdugi\u003c\/em\u003e kimchi. Simmer thick rounds in Japanese \u003cem\u003eoden\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eburi daikon\u003c\/em\u003e. Pickle into golden \u003cem\u003etakuan\u003c\/em\u003e. Or slice thin for a refreshing salad with sesame and rice vinegar. The leaves are equally at home in a quick stir-fry or a bowl of miso soup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow only — does not transplant well. Sow ½ inch deep, thin to 6–8 inches apart in rows 12–18 inches apart. Deep, loose, well-draining, fertile soil is essential for straight, uniform roots — avoid rocky or compacted ground. Water consistently to prevent cracking and pithy texture. Fall is the primary season for best size and flavor; spring sowing also works in cool climates. Light frost improves sweetness; can overwinter in mild climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55–65 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35–50 cm (14–20 inches), 2+ kg (4–5 lbs)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid, Non-GMO\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–12\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43843687710854,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2669\/3330\/files\/karaine-daikon-growing-in-garden.png?v=1775536993","url":"https:\/\/bgseedsllc.com\/products\/karaine-giant-white-daikon-radish-hybrid-seeds","provider":"Box Garden Seeds LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}