When to plant beets in zone 9b
In zone 9b, the last spring frost usually comes around Feb 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 10. Here is when to plant beets.
Sow in the bedJan 25
Start pickingMar 21
Plant again for fallOct 2
Your beet calendar for zone 9b
- Jan 25: Sow beet seeds in the bed
- Mar 21: Start picking beets
- Oct 2: 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 9b. 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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