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When to Plant Radish in Goliad County, TX

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.

Goliad County, Texas is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 24 and the first fall frost is December 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 283 days.

At an elevation of 3,928 feet, Goliad County receives approximately 62.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 95ยฐF, so Radish may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Radish root diseases.

Goliad County, TX (Zone 9a) Year-round
283 days
Last Spring Frost February 24
283 growing days
First Fall Frost December 4

Goliad County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (235 days to spare)
Transplant: Feb 12 🍅 Harvest: Mar 12 – Apr 2
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (234 days to spare)
Transplant: Feb 24 🍅 Harvest: Mar 24 – Apr 14
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (234 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 13 🍅 Harvest: Apr 10 – May 1

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
0.9″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 225 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

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

Radish needs ~606 GDD — county provides 6,035 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Goliad County, TX

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow February 3 Feb 3 โ€“ Feb 24
Fall Sowing October 9 Oct 9 โ€“ Oct 23
Harvest March 3 Mar 3 โ€“ Mar 24

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February Direct Sow
March Harvest
April โ€”
May โ€”
June โ€”
July โ€”
August โ€”
September โ€”
October Fall Sowing
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 9a

Growing Season

283 days

Growing Tips for Goliad 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 Goliad County, TX?

Goliad County is in Zone 9a with an average last frost of February 24. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Goliad County, TX?

Goliad County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 24 and first fall frost is December 4.

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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 Goliad County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.