When should I plant Golden Beet in Zone 3a?

Direct sow Golden Beet outdoors around May 1. Expect first harvest around Jun 25.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Golden Beet in Zone 3a?

Yes. Golden Beet needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 2 successions.

Growing Golden Beet in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Golden Beet early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sista frost: May 22. Första frost: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor

Harvest

May 1Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dagar) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 2x)

Zon3a

Sista frostMay 22

Första frostSep 12

Säsong113 dagar

Skörd55 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Golden Beet in Zone 3a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: May 1

Direct sow Golden Beet seeds outdoors around May 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45F. Space plants at 9/m² (10cm avstånd).

Harvest: Jun 25

First harvest approximately Jun 25 (~55 dagar from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

Fall Planting: Jul 18

For a fall harvest, plant Golden Beet around Jul 18 (8 weeks before first frost).

Golden Beet in Other Zones

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