Radish Growing Guide
Raphanus sativus
Crop Rotation Group
Brassicas (Cabbage family) ●
Soil
Almost any soil with good drainage.
Position
Sunny for spring and autumn sowings, light-shade for summer sowings.
Frost tolerant
No.
Feeding
Not required.
Spacing
Single Plants: 10cm (3") each way (minimum)
Rows: 10cm (3") with 20cm (7") row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow direct into the ground
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
A really good crop for growing inbetween others, especially as it grows to maturity so quickly.
Harvesting
Harvest as soon as the root has developped to a usable size, while taste and texture are still good.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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