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When to Plant Radish in Bryan County, OK

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.

Bryan County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 231 days.

At an elevation of 928 feet, Bryan County receives approximately 22.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90ยฐF, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season.

Bryan County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
231 days
Last Spring Frost March 25
231 growing days
First Fall Frost November 11

Bryan County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (187 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 11 🍅 Harvest: Apr 8 – Apr 29
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (182 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 25 🍅 Harvest: Apr 22 – May 13
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (180 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 15 🍅 Harvest: May 13 – Jun 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.

Soil Compatibility in Bryan County

How your county's soil matches Radish's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (6.2โ€“7.1) overlaps with Radish's range (6.0โ€“7.0), though not a perfect match.

Soil Texture

The loam soil in Bryan County is excellent for Radish โ€” good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is moderate (3.7%). Annual compost additions will help Radish.

How to Plant Radish

0.5"
Planting Depth
2"
Between Plants
6"
Between Rows

Fall planting: Sow 10 weeks before your first frost date for a fall harvest.

Succession Planting Radish

13
successive plantings in your 231-day season

Sow every 2.4 weeks. Last sowing by Oct 07 to harvest before frost.

For a dedicated fall crop, sow by Sep 02.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.4″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 233 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

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

Monthly Watering Guide for Radish

Radish needs approximately 0.5 inches of water per week (2.2" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Radish Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan โ€” 0.5" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Feb โ€” 0.7" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant
Mar 2.2" 1.6" 0.6" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Apr 2.2" 2.3" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
May 2.2" 3" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jun 2.2" 3.6" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Jul 2.2" 2.8" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Aug 2.2" 2.6" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Sep 2.2" 2.4" 0" โœ… Rainfall sufficient
Oct 2.2" 1.5" 0.7" ๐Ÿ’ง Light watering
Nov 2.2" 0.8" 1.4" ๐Ÿšฟ Regular watering
Dec โ€” 0.6" 0" โ„๏ธ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Marโ€“Nov in Bryan County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall โ€” actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Radish Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" โ€” every day above 50ยฐF deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Radish needs ~499 GDD — county provides 4,042 GDD Excellent fit

Radish Planting Timeline โ€” Bryan County, OK

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 11 Mar 11 โ€“ Apr 1
Harvest April 8 Apr 8 โ€“ Apr 29
Fall Sowing September 2 Sep 2 โ€“ Sep 16

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

โ˜€๏ธ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

๐Ÿ’ง Water

0.5"/week ยท Only during dry spells

๐Ÿ“… Days to Maturity

22โ€“35 days

๐Ÿงช Soil pH

Needs 6โ€“7 ยท Your soil: acceptable

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

๐Ÿ“† Growing Season

231 days in Bryan County

Growing Tips for Radish in Bryan County

Direct sow Radish outdoors after March 25 in Bryan County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

Your generous 231.0-day season in Bryan County allows multiple plantings of Radish. Sow every 11.0 days for continuous harvest.

Common pests for Radish in this region include cabbage worm and flea beetles. Use row covers early in the season and inspect plants weekly.

General growing tips

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 Bryan County, OK?

Bryan County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Bryan County, OK?

Bryan County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 25 and first fall frost is November 11.

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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 Bryan County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.