Oilseed Radish (Raphanus sativus)

Oilseed is a deep-rooted, heirloom variety used as a cover crop to loosen compacted soil. Many growers till the greens and use as a green manure. Oilseed is an easily digested spring or fall grazing forage.

• 200 seeds minimum
• Germination: 3-6 days
• Maturity: 60-90 days
• Direct sow 1/4 ”deep and 1” apart in full sun/partial shade as soon as soil can be worked. Thin seedlings to 2-3 inches apart.
• Plant again in late summer for a fall harvest.
• USDA Hardiness Zones 2-10