We propose to analyze the lunar calendar in detail and find out when it is better to plant root crops in the spring, as well as on what days in 2024 it is recommended to plant turnips and radishes under a film or in open ground.
Turnip, radish, radish
Although these three root crops belong to the same family (Cabbage), they have both a number of common properties and significant differences.
| Root crop | traditional taste | stem |
| Turnip (turnip) | sweetish | up to 140 cm |
| Radish | pepper (bitter) | up to 100 cm |
| Radish (radish) | juicy, tender, sometimes spicy and bitter | 15cm |
The average weight of root crops is very different depending on the variety. Some varieties of turnip and radish can reach 2 kg or more, while radish is small, its fruits usually do not exceed 100-150 grams.
The shape and color are incredibly diverse today. In stores you can find seeds of a wide variety of root crops, from classic to exotic, attracting the attention of gardeners with their non-standard external data and excellent taste.
Turnip varieties
Growing turnips is possible in different latitudes, but to get a good harvest it is better to choose a variety adapted to certain climatic conditions:
| Region | Varieties |
| Ural | Korean
Snow Maiden Milanese pink |
| Siberia | Geisha
Snow globe Burnt sugar |
| Middle lane | May White
May yellow White Night Golden ball |
Turnip ripening dates:
- early - 40 to 60 days;
- medium - from 60 to 90 days;
- late - 90 days or more.
Radish varieties
In addition to the classic European radish (Nochka, Chernavka), which is familiar to most, there are no less interesting options for growing on a personal plot:
| Subspecies | Varieties |
| Chinese loba | Mistress
Mistress Misato Pink |
| Japanese daikon | Caesar
Diamond |
Root ripening dates depending on the variety can also be:
- early - 50 to 65 days;
- medium - from 65 to 90 days;
- late - 90 days or more.
Radish varieties
In the southern and middle latitudes, you can successfully grow almost any type of radish, choosing the right time for sowing seeds in a greenhouse, under a film or in open ground.
Important! On sale there are both seeds that need to be sown according to the classic recommendations of gardeners (in early or mid-spring), and heat-loving varieties that can and should be sown in open ground in the hot months (June, July, early August).
Most popular varieties:
- French breakfast;
- Major F1;
- Openwork F1;
- White pearl;
- Escala F1;
- Lightning F1;
- Surprise mother-in-law.
The climate of Siberia is very different and the radish must be adapted to its characteristics. Experienced gardeners recommend growing these varieties:
- Xenia;
- Makhovsky;
- Saxon;
- Volcano.
When choosing seed, you should pay attention to the ripening time of the variety from the moment the entrances appear. Possible options are:
- ultra-early - from 16 to 18 days;
- early - 18 to 25 days;
- medium - from 25 to 35 days;
- late - 35 to 45 days.
Since the radish is valued as a fresh vitamin root crop, the most popular varieties are those that yield the crop as quickly as possible. When choosing an early variety, it is recommended to sow the seed in plots with a gap of 1-2 weeks, so you will always have delicious juicy radish on your table.
Lunar calendar
The life stages that a plant goes through at the stage of rooting, vegetation and fruiting are inextricably linked with the cycles of the moon, so many gardeners plan to carry out various types of work on the site according to the lunar calendar.
Important! The optimal period in which it is necessary to sow or plant root crops is the waning moon. These days, the culture is gaining maximum strength in the underground part, which will ensure good rooting and a bountiful harvest.
Let's analyze the calendar of the moon phases and determine what periods will be optimal for sowing turnips, radishes and radishes in 2024:
| Month | Descending | New Moon | Growing | Full Moon | Descending |
| March | 1-9 | 10 | 11-24 | 25 | 26-29 |
| April | 1-7 | 8 | 9-23 | 24 | 25-30 |
| May | 1-7 | 8 | 9-22 | 23 | 24-31 |
| June | 1-5 | 6 | 7-21 | 22 | 23-30 |
| July | 1-5 | 6 | 7-20 | 21 | 22-31 |
| August | 1-3 | 4 | 5-18 | 19 | 20-31 |
The new moon and full moon, as well as the days preceding and following these dates, are considered unfavorable for working with root crops:
- plants planted in the full moon will give thin long roots;
- when planting on a new moon, the root will grow too actively in width, which is also not very good for the formation of the correct shape of the root crop.
Based on these rules, favorable days in 2024, as well as unfavorable periods during which planting of turnips and radishes is not recommended, will be distributed as follows:
| Month | Auspicious days | Bad days |
| March | 1-8, 27-29 | 9-11, 24-26 |
| April | 1-5, 26-30 | 6-9, 23-25 |
| May | 1-5, 25-31 | 6-9, 22-24 |
| June | 1-4, 24-30 | 5-7, 21-23 |
| July | 1-4, 23-31 | 5-7, 20-22 |
| August | 1-2, 21-31 | 3-5, 18-20 |
Choosing the most successful days when planting root crops in 2024, it should be borne in mind that planting turnips and radishes is recommended for such zodiac signs as: Taurus, Libra, Capricorn.
The most unfavorable days for planting are the days of Aquarius dominance:
| Month | Aquarian Dates |
| March | 7, 8 |
| April | 3, 4, 5 |
| May | 1, 2, 28, 29 |
| June | 24, 25 |
| July | 22, 23 |
| August | 18, 19 |
Fit Features
There are certain features of planting turnips, radishes and radishes in the ground, which should be taken into account in 2024 by everyone who plans to sow these crops in a greenhouse, under film or in open ground.
Sowing turnips
Turnip sowing dates depend on goals:
- for the earliest possible harvest, turnips are sown "before winter" - after the first autumn frosts;
- " for the table" root crops are best planted immediately after the snow melts (in most regions this is March or April);
- " for the winter" (for long-term storage) seeds are sown in the second half of summer (optimally July or August).
In the northern regions, crops can be grown through seedlings. Sowing is carried out in the month of March, and seedlings already grown in greenhouse conditions are planted in the ground after the temperature rises to optimal values.
Sowing radish
Radish grows well in cold soil and is not afraid of short return frosts, which can often be observed in spring in many regions, so it can be sown in open ground from the last decade of March. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that early ripening varieties will not have the keeping quality necessary for winter storage. If it is necessary that the radish last until the next spring, it is worth sowing it at the end of spring, choosing mid-season or late varieties.
Sowing radishes
Important! Radishes do not like too high air and soil temperatures. Most classic varieties, if planted "late" , will quickly enter flowering mode and release arrows, resulting in the formation of small and very tough root crops. At the same time, if we allow the dispersion of seeds, then next year the seedlings will have to be de alt with like weeds.
Therefore, it is very important to correctly determine the day of sowing, taking into account how long a particular variety needs to ripen.If you want to enjoy the taste of your favorite root crop all summer long, you should choose varieties adapted to high temperatures. Information about this is on the packages of seed material.
If the region is characterized by return frosts, the area can be covered with agrofibre or a small greenhouse with arches can be equipped. Such designs will protect the seeds from freezing at night, as well as speed up the emergence of entrances.
Sprout timing depends on temperature:
| Air temperature | Sprouting time |
| 0-10℃ | 7-14 days |
| 10-15℃ | 4-7 days |
| 15-20℃ | 3-4 days |
| over 20℃ | shooting in most varieties |
So, in the southern regions, the optimal days for sowing radishes in the ground can be chosen at the end of March or early April, in the Moscow region - at the end of April, and in Siberia and the Urals - in the month of May.
