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When to Plant Radish in Lipscomb 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.

Lipscomb County, Texas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 17 and the first fall frost is October 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 185 days.

At an elevation of 4,634 feet, Lipscomb County receives approximately 48.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 94ยฐF, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring โ€” great for early planting โ€” but Radish will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients.

Lipscomb County, TX (Zone 6b) Moderate season
185 days
Last Spring Frost April 17
185 growing days
First Fall Frost October 19

Lipscomb County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

7.7-8.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (134 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 13 🍅 Harvest: May 11 – Jun 1
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (136 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 17 🍅 Harvest: May 15 – Jun 5
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (138 days to spare)
Transplant: May 1 🍅 Harvest: May 29 – Jun 19

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
1.1″/week
You supply
0.2″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 384 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 8/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Radish needs ~584 GDD — county provides 3,792 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Lipscomb County, TX

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 3 Apr 3 โ€“ Apr 24
Fall Sowing August 10 Aug 10 โ€“ Aug 24
Harvest May 1 May 1 โ€“ May 22

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 Harvest
June โ€”
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 6b

Growing Season

185 days

Growing Tips for Lipscomb 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 Lipscomb County, TX?

Lipscomb County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 17. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Lipscomb County, TX?

Lipscomb County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 17 and first fall frost is October 19.

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