{"id":448,"date":"2023-03-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-04T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=448"},"modified":"2023-06-27T11:41:39","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T18:41:39","slug":"how-to-grow-radish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Radish &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/How-to-Grow-Radish.png\" alt=\"radish plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nRadish, which are known botanically as Raphanus Sativus, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing radish as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Radish\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Radish\">Best Time to Plant Radish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#How_to_Plant_Radish_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Radish the Right Way\">How to Plant Radish the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Radish\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Radish\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Radish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#How_Much_to_Water_Radish\" title=\"How Much to Water Radish\">How Much to Water Radish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Radish_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Radish to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Radish to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#When_to_Harvest_Radish\" title=\"When to Harvest Radish\">When to Harvest Radish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#What_Can_Radish_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Radish Be Used For?\">What Can Radish Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#Can_Radish_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Radish Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Radish Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-radish\/#Are_Radish_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Radish Safe for Bees?\">Are Radish Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Radish\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Radish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the radish seeds sow\u00a0seeds 4 to 6 weeks before the last spring frost. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when radish are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Radish_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Radish the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing radish in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your radish grow. Generally, your soil should be \u00a0lighter, sandy, well-drained soils.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6 to 7.<\/p>\n<p>2&#8242; apart in rows. an inch apart in a row. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about \u00a0.5&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your radish seedlings \u00a0thin seedlings to an inch apart.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Radish\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Radish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of sunlight is another key to a successful harvest. Too much sunlight will dry out your radish. Not enough sunlight will stunt your its growth or even kill it.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, your radish should be getting full sun, which means as much sunlight as you can possibly give it, or at least 6 hours or more. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Radish\"><\/span>How Much to Water Radish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve figured by now, a lot can have an impact on how well your radish do, and the amount of water is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, the soil should be damp to touch; not soggy or bone dry. If the leaves on your radish begin to change colors or start to look droopy, you need to adjust how much water you&#8217;re giving it.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you give it too much or too little water, you can kill it, so it&#8217;s best to just keep an eye on it and water as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Radish_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Radish to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the fun part begins and you get to watch your radish grow.<\/p>\n<p>It takes approximately 4-7 days to germinate, and a total of 28 days from seed to harvest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Radish\"><\/span>When to Harvest Radish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your radish is once they&#8217;ve grown to about 1in\/2.5cm in diameter.<\/p>\n<p>Radish can grow up to about \u00a00.75 and 1.25 inches in diameter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Radish_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Radish Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> \u00a0in relish trays, salads or as cut garnishes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> \u00a0Crisp, slightly bitter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Radish_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Radish Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you will ideally need a  12&#8243;+ containerfor each plant. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your radish around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Radish_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Radish Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, radish are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing radish is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Radish, which are known botanically as Raphanus Sativus, are a type of vegetable that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing radish as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Radish This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the radish seeds sow\u00a0seeds 4 to 6 weeks before the last spring frost. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. 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