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๐Ÿฅ” Growing Radish in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season โ€” excellent for heat-loving crops like Radish. Last frost: Mar 20. First frost: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Feb 13Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 โ€“ Nov 12 (237 days) ยท Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 15x)

Zone9a
Last FrostMar 20
First FrostNov 12
Season Length237 days
Days to Harvest25
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)

When to Plant Radish in Zone 9a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 13

Direct sow Radish seeds outdoors around Feb 13. Soil temperature should be at least 40ยฐF. Space at 16/sqft (3" apart).

Harvest: Mar 10

First harvest approximately Mar 10 (~25 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

Fall Planting: Oct 8

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

Companion Planting

โœ… Nasturtiumsโœ… Spinachโœ… Lettuceโœ… Peas
โŒ Hyssop

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Radish in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Radish outdoors around Feb 13. Harvest around Mar 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Radish in Zone 9a?

Yes. Radish needs 25 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 15 successions.

What is the best month to plant Radish in Zone 9a?

The best time to plant Radish in Zone 9a is around Feb 13, when soil temperatures are suitable and frost risk has passed.

What companion plants grow well with Radish?

Good companion plants for Radish include Nasturtiums, Spinach, Lettuce, Peas. Avoid planting Radish near Hyssop.

How long does Radish take to harvest?

Radish takes approximately 25 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 9a, expect your first harvest around Mar 10.

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