Root Vegetable

When to Plant Radishes in Georgia

The fastest vegetable in the garden — some varieties are ready in just 25 days. Perfect for impatient gardeners and kids.

The Short Answer

Georgia radishes are a cool-season quickie — pop them in between slower crops during the October-through-March window for fast, satisfying harvests.

Georgia Frost Dates

Your planting dates depend on which part of Georgia you're in. Here are the frost date ranges by region:

Region Zones Last Frost (Spring) First Frost (Fall)
North Georgia Mountains 6b, 7a Apr 5 - Apr 20 Oct 10 - Oct 25
Central Georgia 7b, 8a Mar 15 - Apr 1 Nov 1 - Nov 15
South Georgia 8a, 8b, 9a Feb 28 - Mar 15 Nov 10 - Nov 25

Radishes Planting Schedule for Georgia

North Georgia Mountains (Zones 6b, 7a)

Average last frost: Apr 5 - Apr 20 · Average first frost: Oct 10 - Oct 25

Direct Sow
4 wks before frost
Fall Planting
6 wks before first frost

Central Georgia (Zones 7b, 8a)

Average last frost: Mar 15 - Apr 1 · Average first frost: Nov 1 - Nov 15

Direct Sow
4 wks before frost
Fall Planting
6 wks before first frost

South Georgia (Zones 8a, 8b, 9a)

Average last frost: Feb 28 - Mar 15 · Average first frost: Nov 10 - Nov 25

Direct Sow
4 wks before frost
Fall Planting
6 wks before first frost

Growing Radishes in Georgia

State-Specific Growing Tips

Mountains: sow March through May, September. Piedmont: sow October through February. South Georgia: November through January. Succession plant every 2 weeks. Georgia's clay Piedmont grows acceptable radishes — they're not as fussy as carrots about soil type.

Recommended Varieties for Georgia

Cherry Belle, French Breakfast, Easter Egg. Watermelon radish for fall. UGA Extension recommends radishes as a gateway vegetable for beginners.

Common Challenges in Georgia

Bolting in spring warmth. Flea beetles. The crop is too fast for most pests to cause damage.

Growing Tips

Don't let them stay in the ground too long — they get pithy and hot. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.

Companion Planting

Plant radishes alongside these companions for better growth:

Peas Lettuce Carrots Spinach

The Bottom Line

Radishes can be grown successfully in Georgia with proper attention to regional frost dates and local growing conditions. Timing varies across the state — North Georgia Mountains gardeners work with a last frost around Apr 5 - Apr 20, while South Georgia sees frost end around Feb 28 - Mar 15. Choose varieties suited to your region, amend your soil based on its specific needs, and monitor for the pests and diseases most common in your area. For exact dates based on your zip code, use our free planting date finder.

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Note: All dates are based on NOAA 30-year Climate Normals and represent historical averages, not predictions for any specific year. Always check your local weather forecast before planting frost-sensitive crops. Learn about our data sources.

Last reviewed: March 29, 2026

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