When should I plant Daikon in Zone 8a?

Direct sow Daikon outdoors around Mar 15. Expect first 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.

Can I grow Daikon in Zone 8a?

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.

Growing Daikon in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Daikon. Baridi ya mwisho: Apr 5. Baridi ya kwanza: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 15Oct 28

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

Eneo8a

Baridi ya mwishoApr 5

Baridi ya kwanzaOct 28

Msimu206 siku

Mavuno60 siku

JuaJua Kamili

When to Plant Daikon in Zone 8a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Mar 15

Direct sow Daikon seeds outdoors around Mar 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm nafasi).

Harvest: May 14

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

Fall Planting: Sep 2

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

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