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When to Plant Radish in Burnett County, WI

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.

Burnett County, Wisconsin is in USDA Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 15 and the first fall frost is September 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 135 days.

At an elevation of 574 feet, Burnett County receives approximately 30.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 79ยฐF, so choose short-season varieties of Radish to ensure they mature before fall.

Burnett County, WI (Zone 3b) Short season
135 days
Last Spring Frost May 15
135 growing days
First Fall Frost September 27

Burnett County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (83 days to spare)
Transplant: May 9 🍅 Harvest: Jun 6 – Jun 27
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (86 days to spare)
Transplant: May 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 12 – Jul 3
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (83 days to spare)
Transplant: May 30 🍅 Harvest: Jun 27 – Jul 18

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
0.4″/week
Watering frequency 1-2 times/week
Season total 422 gal / 100 sq ft
Radish needs ~264 GDD — county provides 1,248 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Burnett County, WI

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 8 May 8 โ€“ May 29
Fall Sowing July 5 Jul 5 โ€“ Jul 19
Harvest June 5 Jun 5 โ€“ Jun 26

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April โ€”
May Direct Sow
June Harvest
July Fall Sowing
August โ€”
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 3b

Growing Season

135 days

Growing Tips for Burnett 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 Burnett County, WI?

Burnett County is in Zone 3b with an average last frost of May 15. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Burnett County, WI?

Burnett County, Wisconsin is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 15 and first fall frost is September 27.

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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 Burnett County, WI. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.