When to Plant Daikon in Luzerne County, PA
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.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 28 and the first fall frost is October 17, giving you a growing season of approximately 172 days.
At an elevation of 701 feet, Luzerne County receives approximately 44.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Daikon during the growing season.
Luzerne County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Daikon Planting Timeline — Luzerne County, PA
Daikon Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | April 14 | Apr 14 – May 5 |
| Harvest | June 9 | Jun 9 – Jul 7 |
| Fall Sowing | August 8 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Direct Sow |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | — |
| 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 6b
📆 Growing Season
172 days in Luzerne County
Growing Tips for Luzerne 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Daikon in Luzerne County, PA?
Luzerne County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 28. Plan your Daikon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Luzerne County, PA?
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 28 and first fall frost is October 17.
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