China Rose Radish

Raphanus raphanistrum 'China Rose Radish'

VegetableBrassicaceae

China Rose Radish
Edible
USDA zones2 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall2 inches wide
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerFood garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'China Rose Radish' (Raphanus raphanistrum 'China Rose Radish') is a vegetable for food gardens, borders, and containers. It is typically grown as an annual. It grows well in cool weather and can ride out a light frost. This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. Its flowers draw butterflies and bees, and it blooms in spring, summer, and autumn.

Pairs well with Tomato, Nasturtium, and Teddy dill.