When to plant beets in zone 7b
In zone 7b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 1 and the first fall frost around Nov 3. Here is when to plant beets.
Sow in the bedMar 11
Start pickingMay 5
Plant again for fallAug 26
Your beet calendar for zone 7b
- Mar 11: Sow beet seeds in the bed
- May 5: Start picking beets
- Aug 26: Sow beet seeds again for a fall crop
The leaves are good to eat too. Thin seedlings to about 3 inches apart.
Spacing in a raised bed: 9 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 7b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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