When should I plant Golden Beet in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Golden Beet outdoors around Feb 27. Harvest around Apr 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Yes. Golden Beet needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 8 successions.

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Golden Beet. Last frost: Mar 20. First frost: Nov 12.

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 8x)

Zone9a

Last FrostMar 20

First FrostNov 12

Season Length237 days

Days to Harvest55

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing9/sqft (4" apart)

Direct sow Golden Beet seeds outdoors around Feb 27. Soil temperature should be at least 45°F. Space at 9/sqft (4" apart).

First harvest approximately Apr 23 (~55 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

For a fall harvest, plant Golden Beet around Sep 17 (8 weeks before first frost).

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