The fastest crop in the patch — peppery roots ready to pull just weeks after sowing. Perfect for impatient gardeners and for filling gaps between slower vegetables.
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
Raphanus sativus is a fast-growing edible plant in the Brassicaceae family. It reaches around 20 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Radish
Radish suits warm-temperate, cool-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 does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Radish does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Radish in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, maintenance is low maintenance.
Using Radish in the garden
Radish 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
Radish sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Radish
Plant Sale lists Radish as seed and seedlings. Availability is confirmed when you request a quote; use the panel above to register interest.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Radish seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
