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When to Plant Radicchio in Bremerton, Washington (98310)

Location

Bremerton, Washington

ZIP Code

98310

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, March 15, 2026 · Zone 8b

Pro tip: Start Radicchio seeds indoors 4 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Sunday, March 1, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cichorium intybus
Days to Maturity 80 days
Mature Height 6-12"
Spread 10"
Type Head
Fruit Size Small-Medium (fist-sized head)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

10" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Radicchio

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow plants to bolt in year 2 and seed heads to dry on the stalk.

Processing

Cut dried stalks, thresh and winnow to separate seeds.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Radicchio is a chicory — crosses with endive, escarole, and wild chicory. Isolate by 300 feet.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 46 plants of Radicchio. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Radicchio in Bremerton, Washington? +

In Bremerton (Zone 8b), start Radicchio seeds indoors around Sunday, February 15, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Sunday, March 1, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Bremerton, Washington? +

The average last spring frost date for Bremerton, Washington (ZIP 98310) is around Sunday, March 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8b.

How long does Radicchio take to grow? +

Radicchio typically matures in about 80 days from transplanting. In Bremerton, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, March 1, 2026 plus 80 days.

Should I start Radicchio indoors or direct sow in Washington? +

Radicchio should be started indoors 4 weeks before your last frost date. In Bremerton, that means starting around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

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Growing Radicchio in Zone 8b

Radicchio (Cichorium intybus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bremerton, Washington, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Radicchio seedlings outdoors around Sunday, March 1, 2026, about -2 weeks after your last frost date.