When should I plant Black Radish in Zone 5b?

Direct sow Black Radish outdoors around Mar 24. Expect first harvest around May 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Black Radish in Zone 5b?

Yes. Black Radish needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 7 successions.

Growing Black Radish in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Black Radish in this zone. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 28. Baridi ya kwanza: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 24Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 siku) · Succession: plant every 2 weeks (up to 7x)

Eneo5b

Baridi ya mwishoApr 28

Baridi ya kwanzaOct 8

Msimu163 siku

Mavuno60 siku

JuaJua Kamili

When to Plant Black Radish in Zone 5b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 24

Direct sow Black Radish seeds outdoors around Mar 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 40F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm nafasi).

Harvest: May 23

First harvest approximately May 23 (~60 siku from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Sep 3

For a fall harvest, plant Black Radish around Sep 3 (5 weeks before first frost).

Black Radish in Other Zones

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