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When to Plant Radish in Fayette County, PA

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.

Fayette County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 27 and the first fall frost is October 18, giving you a growing season of approximately 174 days.

At an elevation of 250 feet, Fayette County receives approximately 41 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season.

Fayette County, PA (Zone 6b) Moderate season
174 days
Last Spring Frost April 27
174 growing days
First Fall Frost October 18

Fayette County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Radish Planting Timeline — Fayette County, PA

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 13 Apr 13 – May 4
Harvest May 11 May 11 – Jun 1
Fall Sowing August 9 Aug 9 – Aug 23

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

22–35 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

174 days in Fayette County

Growing Tips for Fayette 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 Fayette County, PA?

Fayette County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 27. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Fayette County, PA?

Fayette County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 27 and first fall frost is October 18.

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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 Fayette County, PA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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