Daikon Growing Guide
Brassicaceae family
Days to Harvest60 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
Germination4-7 days
HardinessSemi Hardy
Germ. Temp65°F
Growth Stages
- Seedling
- Vegetative / Root Development
- Mature / Harvest Ready
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | — | — | May 4 | Jul 3 |
| Zone 1b | — | — | May 4 | Jul 3 |
| Zone 2a | — | — | Apr 24 | Jun 23 |
| Zone 2b | — | — | May 4 | Jul 3 |
| Zone 3a | — | — | May 1 | Jun 30 |
| Zone 3b | — | — | Apr 24 | Jun 23 |
| Zone 4a | — | — | Apr 14 | Jun 13 |
| Zone 4b | — | — | Apr 10 | Jun 9 |
| Zone 5a | — | — | Apr 7 | Jun 6 |
| Zone 5b | — | — | Apr 7 | Jun 6 |
| Zone 6a | — | — | Apr 7 | Jun 6 |
| Zone 6b | — | — | Mar 25 | May 24 |
| Zone 7a | — | — | Mar 25 | May 24 |
| Zone 7b | — | — | Mar 20 | May 19 |
| Zone 8a | — | — | Mar 15 | May 14 |
| Zone 8b | — | — | Mar 1 | Apr 30 |
| Zone 9a | — | — | Feb 27 | Apr 28 |
| Zone 9b | — | — | Feb 17 | Apr 18 |
| Zone 10a | — | — | Jan 30 | Mar 31 |
| Zone 10b | — | — | Jan 7 | Mar 8 |
| Zone 11a | — | — | Jan 7 | Mar 8 |
| Zone 11b | — | — | Dec 25 | Feb 23 |
| Zone 12a | — | — | Dec 11 | Feb 9 |
| Zone 12b | — | — | Dec 11 | Feb 9 |
| Zone 13a | — | — | Dec 11 | Feb 9 |
| Zone 13b | — | — | Dec 11 | Feb 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Daikon?
Daikon takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Daikon need?
Daikon requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).
How far apart should I plant Daikon?
Plant Daikon at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Daikon survive frost?
Daikon is tolerant of light frost.
How long does Daikon take to germinate?
Daikon seeds germinate in 4-7 days at an optimal temperature of 65°F.
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