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Growing Daikon in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Daikon can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Dec 11Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 14x)

Zone12b
Last FrostJan 1
First FrostDec 31
Season Length364 days
Days to Harvest60
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Daikon in Zone 12b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Dec 11

Direct sow Daikon seeds outdoors around Dec 11. Soil temperature should be at least 45°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

Harvest: Feb 9

First harvest approximately Feb 9 (~60 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Fall Planting: Nov 5

For a fall harvest, plant Daikon around Nov 5 (8 weeks before first frost).

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