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๐ŸŸฃ Growing Beet in Zone 4b

Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Beet in this zone. Last frost: May 1. First frost: Oct 5.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 10Oct 5

Season: May 1 โ€“ Oct 5 (157 days) ยท Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 4x)

Zone4b
Last FrostMay 1
First FrostOct 5
Season Length157 days
Days to Harvest55
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing9/sqft (4" apart)

When to Plant Beet in Zone 4b

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Apr 10

Direct sow Beet seeds outdoors around Apr 10. Soil temperature should be at least 45ยฐF. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).

Harvest: Jun 4

First harvest approximately Jun 4 (~55 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5).

Fall Planting: Aug 10

For a fall harvest, plant Beet around Aug 10 (8 weeks before first frost).

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