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When to Plant Radish in Anson County, NC

Radishes are one of the fastest-growing vegetables, with some varieties ready in under a month. They come in round, elongated, and large winter types.

Anson County, North Carolina is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 29 and the first fall frost is November 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 219 days.

At an elevation of 332 feet, Anson County receives approximately 49.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay loam soil. Summer highs average 92ยฐF, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season. Clay soil retains moisture well for Radish, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot.

Anson County, NC (Zone 7b) Long season
219 days
Last Spring Frost March 29
219 growing days
First Fall Frost November 3

Anson County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay Loam

Soil pH

5.5-6.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (173 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 21 🍅 Harvest: Apr 18 – May 9
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (170 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 29 🍅 Harvest: Apr 26 – May 17
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (167 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 16 🍅 Harvest: May 14 – Jun 4

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
1.0″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 128 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Radish needs ~542 GDD — county provides 4,161 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Anson County, NC

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 15 Mar 15 โ€“ Apr 5
Fall Sowing August 25 Aug 25 โ€“ Sep 8
Harvest April 12 Apr 12 โ€“ May 3

Plant 0.5" deep ยท 2" apart ยท Rows 6" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March Direct Sow
April Direct Sow Harvest
May Harvest
June โ€”
July โ€”
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

22โ€“35 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

219 days

Growing Tips for Anson County

Direct sow every 1-2 weeks for continuous harvest. Do not transplant. Harvest spring radishes promptly to prevent them from becoming pithy and hot.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Hyssop

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Radish in Anson County, NC?

Anson County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 29. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Anson County, NC?

Anson County, North Carolina is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 29 and first fall frost is November 3.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Anson County, NC. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.