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Tillage Radish Seeds for Planting

Tillage Radish Seeds for Planting

$16.49 USD
$16.49 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly outdoors after heat passes
Choose a well-prepared, loose, fertile soil bed
Plant seeds 12–25 mm deep
Space seeds 15–20 cm apart
Water after sowing and keep soil moist for germination.

How to Grow

Grow in full sun to partial shade
Maintain consistent soil moisture
Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Keep area weed-free during establishment
Incorporate into soil before seeds set for best soil benefits.

Tips

Pre-soak seeds for faster germination
Use as part of crop rotation for long-term soil benefits
Sow in late summer or early fall for winter soil improvement
Do not let plants go to full seed if used as a cover crop

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Fast-growing

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Late summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

slightly peppery

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Tillage Radish Seeds for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Tillage Radish (Raphanus sativus) is a specialized radish type used primarily as a cover crop to improve soil health and structure. Its long, deep taproots penetrate compacted layers, increasing aeration and water infiltration. It is widely used in organic gardens, crop rotation, and sustainable farming to help break up hard soil, suppress weeds, and recycle nutrients back into the soil.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Late summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

30–90+ cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

3–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

15–20 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

12–25 mm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Cool season

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000197518

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Tillage Radish develop deep taproots that loosen compacted soil?

Yes. It produces a strong taproot that naturally penetrates the soil, helping improve soil structure and aeration.

Does Tillage Radish help protect bare soil during the growing season?

Yes. Its rapid leafy growth provides ground cover that helps reduce soil exposure and surface erosion.

Can Tillage Radish be grown as a cover crop between main crops?

Yes. It is commonly sown between cropping cycles to improve soil conditions before the next planting.

Will the decomposing roots add organic matter to the soil?

Yes. After the growing season, the roots naturally break down and contribute organic matter to the soil.

Can the young leaves and roots be harvested for culinary use?

Yes. Young leaves and tender roots can be used in salads or cooked dishes when harvested at an appropriate stage.

How is Tillage Radish different from table radish?

Tillage Radish is primarily grown as a cover crop to improve soil structure, while table radishes are cultivated mainly for harvesting small edible roots.