How to grow Raphanus raphanistrum from seeds

The wild radish or white charlock (Raphanus raphanistrum) is edible, but does not form a turnip-shaped root. The leaves, seed pods and seedlings taste pungent due to the mustard oils they contain.

Raphanus raphanistrum wild radish
The petals of the wild radish can be white, yellow or pink in color.

Sowing instructions

Sowing and growing the wild radish is similar to that of the garden radish. In Central Europe, it can be pre-grown in pots from April or sown directly into the bed in May.

wild radish germinating seeds

The seeds require no pre-treatment and germinate after two days at around 20 °C. The sowing depth is about one centimeter.

As substrate I have used peat-free mix for herbs and vegetables. It must be kept moist but not wet.

The location for growing and rearing should be bright and sunny.

wild radish seedlings

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