Planting Instructions for Beet Seeds
- Location: Choose a sunny location with well-drained, loose soil.
- When to Plant: Sow Todd’s Seeds Beet seeds outdoors 2–4 weeks before the last expected frost in spring, and again in late summer for a fall crop.
- Soil Prep: Work the soil to a depth of 8–10 inches and mix in compost. Remove rocks and clumps to allow roots to develop properly.
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep.
- Spacing: Sow seeds 1 inch apart in rows spaced 12–18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 3–4 inches apart when 2–3 inches tall.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during germination (5–14 days) and root development.
- Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Avoid disturbing roots while weeding.
- Harvest: Harvest beets when roots are 1–3 inches in diameter. Young beet greens can also be harvested for salads.