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Growing Black Radish in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Black Radish can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 24Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 19x)

Zone11a
Last FrostJan 28
First FrostDec 22
Season Length328 days
Days to Harvest60
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Black Radish in Zone 11a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Dec 24

Direct sow Black Radish seeds outdoors around Dec 24. Soil temperature should be at least 40°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

Harvest: Feb 22

First harvest approximately Feb 22 (~60 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Nov 17

For a fall harvest, plant Black Radish around Nov 17 (5 weeks before first frost).

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