When to Plant Daikon in Sedgwick County, KS
Daikon is a large, mild Japanese radish that can grow over a foot long. It is excellent for pickling, stir-fries, and as a soil-breaking cover crop.
Sedgwick County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 12 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 196 days.
At an elevation of 546 feet, Sedgwick County receives approximately 34.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Daikon during the growing season.
Sedgwick County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Daikon Planting Timeline — Sedgwick County, KS
Daikon Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | March 29 | Mar 29 – Apr 19 |
| Harvest | May 24 | May 24 – Jun 21 |
| Fall Sowing | August 16 | Aug 16 – Aug 30 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Direct Sow |
| April | Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
50–70 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 5.8–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
196 days in Sedgwick County
Growing Tips for Sedgwick County
Direct sow in late summer for fall harvest. Loosen soil deeply before planting. Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart. Harvest before hard freeze as exposed shoulders may crack.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Daikon in Sedgwick County, KS?
Sedgwick County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 12. Plan your Daikon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Sedgwick County, KS?
Sedgwick County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 12 and first fall frost is October 25.
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