When to plant Beet in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Beet: direct sow outdoors around May 2–May 30; direct sow outdoors around Jun 23–Jul 7. Expect to harvest around Jun 26–Jul 24.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 2 – May 30 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 23 – Jul 7 |
| Harvest | Jun 26 – Jul 24 |
| Harvest | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
Tip: Each seed cluster sends up several plants — thin early so roots have room to size up.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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