Radish seeds - Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Radish is a fast-growing, cool-season root vegetable known for its compact growth and crisp roots. It develops a small rosette of leaves above ground while forming edible roots below the soil surface. This plant grows well in temperate climates and performs best in full sun to partial shade with loose, well-drained soil. Radish establishes quickly and is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting, making it ideal for short growing cycles.

Features

• Fast-growing plant with compact growth habit
• Develops edible roots beneath the soil
• Suitable for cool and temperate climates
• Adaptable to garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Short growing cycle with quick development

Specifications

• Scientific name: Raphanus sativus
• Common name (US): Radish
• Seed type / variety: Open-pollinated
• Growth habit: Compact, root-forming plant
• USDA zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting season: Early spring and fall
• Growing season: Cool season
• Sowing Season: January to March, September to November
• Germination time and conditions: 3–7 days at 10–20°C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Loose, well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 15–30 cm height, 5–10 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 5–10 cm between plants