Vegetable · Brassicaceae family
radish
Raphanus sativus
In short a 10-second read
Radish (vegetable) grows to 0.1–0.2 m tall and 0.05–0.15 m wide when mature. It grows best in full sun to part shade, in average to moist soil. Sow in April–August. Harvest in April–October.
× spread 0.05–0.15 m
Where to plant
Sun and soil.
It grows best in full sun to part shade, in average to moist soil.
Sun
Tolerates several positions — choose to suit the rest of the garden.
Soil and water
average to moist · watering: moderate
Soil: loamy, humus-rich, sandy
How much space it takes
Mature size.
The mature plant next to a person (175 cm).
Next to a person
The final size depends on the cultivar and the spot — we give the range from smallest to largest.
Calendar
What to do and when.
Months for Central Europe. The line shows the current month.
The year at a glance
Sowing
direct sowing: April–August
Harvest
April–October
Winter protection
does not overwinter
Frequently asked
Quick answers.
When do I sow radish?
In April–August (direct sowing).
When is radish harvested?
In April–October.
Does radish tolerate shade?
It tolerates part shade (3–6 hours of sun), but not full shade.
How much space does radish need?
At maturity 0.05–0.15 m wide and 0.1–0.2 m tall; recommended spacing 10 cm.
Where the data comes from
The data is indicative — we are still comparing it with further sources. Last checked 20 October 2026.
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