Increasingly popular for their pure white roots with a crisp, mild flavour and roots that don't go pithy. Unlike most long, difficult to harvest Mooli varieties, Tsukushi produces shorter 25cm (10in) long roots, 6cm (2½in) in diameter. Best grown for autumn and winter production. Fully winter hardy, with roots remaining in perfect condition over a long period. or they can be lifted and stored the same as other root crops.

Sow late June - July to avoid bolting.