🌱 Radish, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Radish in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Fastest crop in the book. Ready in a month, great for impatient gardeners.
Growing Requirements
Sow
March, April, May, June, July, August, September
Days to Harvest
30
Spacing
5 cm
Sun
Part shade (3-6 hours)
Sowing Depth
1 cm
Height
15-30 cm
Germination Temp
10-25°C
Soil pH
6-7
Frost Tolerance
Frost hardy
Season
Cool season (Apr-Sep)
Difficulty
Beginner
Container
Yes (15cm+)
Good Companions (Friends)
Keep Apart (Enemies)
✗ Hyssop
Kitchen Uses
- Sliced raw in salads for crunch
- Quick-pickled for tacos and banh mi
- Roasted until soft and caramelised
- Added to Asian slaws
Health Benefits
- Very low calorie, high in water
- Good source of vitamin C
- Contains compounds that support digestion
- Provides minerals and fibre
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Flea beetle
Common Diseases
- Clubroot
Storage
Fridge with tops removed, up to 1 week
Value
Saves ~$2-3/week, radishes are one of the fastest crops (25 days to harvest)
Related Guides
- How to Start a Vegetable Garden in Brisbane
- How to Improve Brisbane Clay Soil
- Succession Planting in SEQ
Track Radish in Your Garden
Drag Radish into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Radish to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Radish in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Radish can be sown in March, April, May, June, July, August, September. Fastest crop in the book. Ready in a month, great for impatient gardeners.
What are good companion plants for Radish?
Good companions for Radish in SEQ include Lettuce, Carrot. Avoid planting near Hyssop.