What it is
Radish (Raphanus sativus) is in the Brassicaceae (Mustard) family. The fastest reward in the garden — some are ready in three weeks. Perfect for impatient kids and beginners.
How to grow it
It wants full sun, water it even, steady, and give it loose, fertile soil. Target a soil pH around 6.0–7.0. Space plants about 1–2 in apart. Expect roughly 22–30. Cool-season.
How it's used
Radish is used: raw, roasted, pickled; greens cooked.
🔎 How to identify it
- Rough peppery leaves
- Crisp root in red, white, or purple
- Quick to bolt in heat
Edibility
PartsRoot and leaves
UsesRaw, roasted, pickled; greens cooked
CautionGets woody and hot if left too long or stressed.
🌤 Before you plant: check the live 7-day garden weather to time it right for frost and heat.
Part of the free Texas Roots plant database, compiled by Jordan Polasek from his greenhouse in El Campo, Texas. Free to read and share. If it helped, the best thanks is to grow something.