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When to Plant Radish in Iron County, UT

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.

Iron County, Utah is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is May 21 and the first fall frost is October 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 133 days.

At an elevation of 6,296 feet, Iron County receives approximately 20 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Radish during the growing season.

Iron County, UT (Zone 6b) Short season
133 days
Last Spring Frost May 21
133 growing days
First Fall Frost October 1

Iron County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Radish Planting Timeline — Iron County, UT

Radish Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 7 May 7 – May 28
Harvest June 4 Jun 4 – Jun 25
Fall Sowing July 23 Jul 23 – Aug 6

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Direct Sow
June Harvest
July Fall Sowing
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

133 days in Iron County

Growing Tips for Iron 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 Iron County, UT?

Iron County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of May 21. Plan your Radish planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Iron County, UT?

Iron County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is May 21 and first fall frost is October 1.

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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 Iron County, UT. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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