Seed-start answer
Radishes is usually direct-sown around Jan 4
In ZIP 94612, radishes is usually direct-sown around Jan 4 instead of started indoors.
Source: oakland-intl frost station, USDA zone 10a, last updated 2026-06-28. Verify locally before planting high-value crops because microclimates, current weather, and yard exposure can move the safe date.
This uses ZIP 94612, the Oakland frost station, and the Feb 1 last-frost estimate.
Seed starting schedule
Radishes dates for Oakland, CA
| Step | Date | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Sow | January 4, 2026 | Sow seed outside when the crop and soil can handle the window. |