Height:
3 to 5 feet (90 to 150 cm)
Yield:
Typically, 1.5-1.8 tons per ha (55–66 bushels per acre) for spring rapeseed and 2.5-4 tons per ha (92–147 bushels per acre) for winter rapeseed.
Pollination:
Primarily pollinated by insects, especially bees. Self-pollinating varieties also bring increased yield when bee-pollinated.
Roots:
Deep branched root system that grows down fast (about 2 cm per day).
Irrigation needs:
Moderate water requirement
Geography:
Temperate regions; major producers include Canada, Germany, France, Ukraine, the UK, China, and India.
Season:
Late winter or early spring in temperate regions; winter in tropical and subtropical areas.
Growth temperature:
The optimal range is 15°C to 21°C (59°F to 70°F).
Growth cycle duration:
90 to 120 days depending on the variety and environmental conditions.
Soil:
Prefers well-drained, loamy soils.
pH:
6.0 to 7.0
