When should I plant Daikon in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Daikon outdoors around Mar 15. Harvest around May 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Yes. Daikon needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 6 successions.

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Daikon. Last frost: Apr 5. First frost: Oct 28.

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 15Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 6x)

Zone8a

Last FrostApr 5

First FrostOct 28

Season Length206 days

Days to Harvest60

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Daikon seeds outdoors around Mar 15. Soil temperature should be at least 45°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately May 14 (~60 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

For a fall harvest, plant Daikon around Sep 2 (8 weeks before first frost).

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