An elongated red radish with a crisp white tip and mild, peppery bite. One of the fastest crops of all, ready in weeks and perfect for succession sowing.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 20 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Radish 'French Breakfast'
Botanically, Raphanus sativus 'French Breakfast' is a fast-growing edible plant in the Brassicaceae family. It reaches around 20 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Radish 'French Breakfast'
Radish 'French Breakfast' suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Radish 'French Breakfast' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Radish 'French Breakfast' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Radish 'French Breakfast' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Radish 'French Breakfast' in the garden
Radish 'French Breakfast' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Radish 'French Breakfast' with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Radish 'French Breakfast'
Plant Sale lists Radish 'French Breakfast' as seed and seedlings. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Radish 'French Breakfast' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
