Sea radish
Raphanus raphanistrum
Sea radish is a robust, fast-growing annual or short-lived perennial that thrives in open, sunny to partly shaded spots with average garden soils. It is well adapted to coastal and disturbed environments, making it a low-maintenance choice for wildflower or naturalistic plantings. Deadhead spent flowers to manage self-seeding, or allow it to set seed freely to attract pollinators.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days • Water Moderately; Tolerates Brief Dry Spells Once Established
Soil pH
5 – 5.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 14, 2018 by Domingo Naranjo Moreno (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.