When to plant beets in zone 8b
In zone 8b, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 15 and the first fall frost around Nov 18. Here is when to plant beets.
Sow in the bedFeb 22
Start pickingApr 18
Plant again for fallSep 10
Your beet calendar for zone 8b
- Feb 22: Sow beet seeds in the bed
- Apr 18: Start picking beets
- Sep 10: 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 8b. 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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