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When to Plant Daikon in Seminole County, OK

Daikon is a large, mild Japanese radish that can grow over a foot long. It is excellent for pickling, stir-fries, and as a soil-breaking cover crop.

Seminole County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 220 days.

At an elevation of 961 feet, Seminole County receives approximately 20.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Daikon during the growing season.

Seminole County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
220 days
Last Spring Frost March 31
220 growing days
First Fall Frost November 6

Seminole County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.7-7.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Daikon

Daikon needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Daikon Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 0.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 1.4" 2.9" 🚿 Regular watering
Apr 4.3" 2.1" 2.2" 🚿 Regular watering
May 4.3" 3.2" 1.1" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 2.4" 1.9" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 1.7" 2.6" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 4.3" 1.3" 3" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 4.3" 0.8" 3.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 0.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Seminole County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Daikon Planting Timeline — Seminole County, OK

Daikon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 17 Mar 17 – Apr 7
Harvest May 12 May 12 – Jun 9
Fall Sowing August 28 Aug 28 – Sep 11

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

50–70 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.8–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

220 days in Seminole County

Growing Tips for Seminole County

Direct sow in late summer for fall harvest. Loosen soil deeply before planting. Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart. Harvest before hard freeze as exposed shoulders may crack.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Daikon in Seminole County, OK?

Seminole County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 31. Plan your Daikon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Seminole County, OK?

Seminole County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and first fall frost is November 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 Seminole County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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