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When to Plant Radish in Webster County, WV

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.

Webster County, West Virginia is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 27 and the first fall frost is October 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 175 days.

At an elevation of 2,569 feet, Webster County receives approximately 54.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 90ยฐF, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Radish root diseases.

Webster County, WV (Zone 6a) Moderate season
175 days
Last Spring Frost April 27
175 growing days
First Fall Frost October 19

Webster County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.3-6.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (127 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 23 🍅 Harvest: May 21 – Jun 11
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (126 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 27 🍅 Harvest: May 25 – Jun 15
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (121 days to spare)
Transplant: May 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 12 – Jul 3

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
1.3″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Radish needs ~499 GDD — county provides 3,062 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Webster County, WV

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 13 Apr 13 โ€“ May 4
Fall Sowing August 10 Aug 10 โ€“ Aug 24
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

175 days

Growing Tips for Webster 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 Webster County, WV?

Webster 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 Webster County, WV?

Webster County, West Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 27 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 Webster County, WV. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.