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When to Plant Radish in Belmont County, OH

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.

Belmont County, Ohio is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 27 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 179 days.

At an elevation of 996 feet, Belmont County receives approximately 33.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season.

Belmont County, OH (Zone 6a) Moderate season
179 days
Last Spring Frost April 27
179 growing days
First Fall Frost October 23

Belmont County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.9-6.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (129 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 22 🍅 Harvest: May 20 – Jun 10
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (130 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 27 🍅 Harvest: May 25 – Jun 15
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (128 days to spare)
Transplant: May 14 🍅 Harvest: Jun 11 – Jul 2

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
0.8″/week
You supply
0.2″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 345 gal / 100 sq ft
Radish needs ~477 GDD — county provides 2,998 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Belmont County, OH

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 13 Apr 13 โ€“ May 4
Fall Sowing August 14 Aug 14 โ€“ Aug 28
Harvest May 11 May 11 โ€“ Jun 1

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Direct Sow
May Direct Sow Harvest
June Harvest
July โ€”
August Fall Sowing
September โ€”
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 6a

Growing Season

179 days

Growing Tips for Belmont 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 Belmont County, OH?

Belmont County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 27. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Belmont County, OH?

Belmont County, Ohio is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 27 and first fall frost is October 23.

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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 Belmont County, OH. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.