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๐Ÿฅ” Growing Radish in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season โ€” excellent for heat-loving crops like Radish. Last frost: Mar 10. First frost: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Feb 3Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 โ€“ Nov 15 (250 days) ยท Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 16x)

Zone9b
Last FrostMar 10
First FrostNov 15
Season Length250 days
Days to Harvest25
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing16/sqft (3" apart)

When to Plant Radish in Zone 9b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 3

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

Harvest: Feb 28

First harvest approximately Feb 28 (~25 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

Fall Planting: Oct 11

For a fall harvest, plant Radish around Oct 11 (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 9b?

Direct sow Radish outdoors around Feb 3. Harvest around Feb 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Radish in Zone 9b?

Yes. Radish needs 25 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 16 successions.

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

The best time to plant Radish in Zone 9b is around Feb 3, 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 9b, expect your first harvest around Feb 28.

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