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Growing Daikon in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Daikon in this zone. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 7Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 4x)

Zone5b
Last FrostApr 28
First FrostOct 8
Season Length163 days
Days to Harvest60
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Daikon in Zone 5b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Apr 7

Direct sow Daikon seeds outdoors around Apr 7. Soil temperature should be at least 45°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

Harvest: Jun 6

First harvest approximately Jun 6 (~60 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Aug 13

For a fall harvest, plant Daikon around Aug 13 (8 weeks before first frost).

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