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When to Plant Radish in Teton County, WY

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.

Teton County, Wyoming is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is June 16 and the first fall frost is September 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 82 days.

At an elevation of 6,591 feet, Teton County receives approximately 19.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84ยฐF, so choose short-season varieties of Radish to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Radish successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Teton County, WY (Zone 4a) Very short season
82 days
Last Spring Frost June 16
82 growing days
First Fall Frost September 6

Teton County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.8-7.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (32 days to spare)
Transplant: May 30 🍅 Harvest: Jun 27 – Jul 18
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (33 days to spare)
Transplant: Jun 16 🍅 Harvest: Jul 14 – Aug 4
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (43 days to spare)
Transplant: Jun 28 🍅 Harvest: Jul 26 – Aug 16

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 10 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

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

Radish needs ~370 GDD — county provides 1,066 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Teton County, WY

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow June 9 Jun 9 โ€“ Jun 30
Fall Sowing June 14 Jun 14 โ€“ Jun 28
Harvest July 7 Jul 7 โ€“ Jul 28

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
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May โ€”
June Direct Sow Fall Sowing
July Harvest
August โ€”
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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 4a

Growing Season

82 days

Growing Tips for Teton 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 Teton County, WY?

Teton County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of June 16. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Teton County, WY?

Teton County, Wyoming is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is June 16 and first fall frost is September 6.

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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 Teton County, WY. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.