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When to Plant Radish in Wyoming County, PA

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.

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 1 and the first fall frost is October 16, giving you a growing season of approximately 168 days.

At an elevation of 1,015 feet, Wyoming County receives approximately 38.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87ยฐF, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season.

Wyoming County, PA (Zone 5a) Moderate season
168 days
Last Spring Frost May 1
168 growing days
First Fall Frost October 16

Wyoming County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5-6.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (115 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 27 🍅 Harvest: May 25 – Jun 15
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (119 days to spare)
Transplant: May 1 🍅 Harvest: May 29 – Jun 19
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (119 days to spare)
Transplant: May 17 🍅 Harvest: Jun 14 – Jul 5

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
0.0″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 52 gal / 100 sq ft
Radish needs ~435 GDD — county provides 2,562 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Wyoming County, PA

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 17 Apr 17 โ€“ May 8
Fall Sowing August 7 Aug 7 โ€“ Aug 21
Harvest May 15 May 15 โ€“ Jun 5

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 5a

Growing Season

168 days

Growing Tips for Wyoming 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 Wyoming County, PA?

Wyoming County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 1. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Wyoming County, PA?

Wyoming County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 1 and first fall frost is October 16.

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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 Wyoming County, PA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.