How to Grow Red King 2
Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus
Your complete guide to growing Red King 2.
When to Plant Red King 2
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | July – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | July – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | June – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | June – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | June – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | May – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | May – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | April – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | March – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | March – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | February – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | February – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | February – December |
Companion Plants for Red King 2
✓ Good companions
Break up soil for radish growth and utilize different soil depths
Repel root maggots and aphids that commonly attack radishes
Radishes repel cucumber beetles while cucumbers provide ground cover
Quick harvest leaves space for radish development, shallow roots don't compete
Deter nematodes and root pests while improving soil health
Act as trap crop for flea beetles and aphids, protecting radish leaves
Fix nitrogen in soil and provide natural trellis without shading low-growing radishes
Cool-season companion with similar growing requirements and non-competing root systems
✗ Keep away from
Share same pests like flea beetles and clubroot disease, increasing infestation risk
Strong aromatic oils can inhibit radish germination and root development
Compete for same nutrients and space, both being root vegetables with similar needs
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
