Why experienced gardeners mulch radishes: not everyone knows about this - a useful trick

05.05.2024 18:30

Many people believe that radishes do not need any care at all: the unpretentious crop will produce a harvest on its own in any case.

This is, of course, fair.

But in this case we forget that the radish will then grow bitter and small, warns agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert for the online publication BelNovosti.

Therefore, some may be surprised by the fact that radishes are mulched.

Why is this necessary?

As it turns out, this simple procedure will help grow a real radish of your dreams. The crop turns out sweet, juicy and pleasantly surprises summer residents with its size.

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The fact is that the mulch layer creates special conditions that are maximally comfortable for radishes.

It also "frees" summer residents from a very important task - constant watering. After all, mulch will help maintain an optimal level of humidity.

It is best to consider the straw option: it is ideal for radishes.

Previously, we talked about the mistakes that should not be made when caring for pears .

Marina Michalap Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert: Anastasia KovrizhnykhExpert / Belnovosti