When to Plant Beet in Zone 10
Beta vulgaris
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 10 Planting Schedule
Direct Sow
Feb 10
Directly in garden bed
First Harvest
Apr 10
50–70 days after planting
Season Ends
May 30
Before first frost (Dec 10)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
4 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.5 inch
Min Soil Temp
40°F
Germination
5–14 days
Days to Maturity
50–70 days
Frost Tolerance
Moderate frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.5
Difficulty
Easy
Recommended for Zone 10
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Beet Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 2 | — | — | May 25 | Jul 23 | Sep 2 |
| Zone 3 | — | — | May 15 | Jul 13 | Sep 1 |
| Zone 4 | — | — | May 10 | Jul 8 | Aug 27 |
| Zone 5 | — | — | Apr 30 | Jun 28 | Aug 17 |
| Zone 6 | — | — | Apr 15 | Jun 13 | Aug 2 |
| Zone 7 | — | — | Apr 5 | Jun 3 | Jul 23 |
| Zone 8 | — | — | Mar 20 | May 18 | Jul 7 |
| Zone 9 | — | — | Feb 28 | Apr 28 | Jun 17 |
| Zone 10 | — | — | Feb 10 | Apr 10 | May 30 |
| Zone 11 | — | — | Jan 15 | Mar 15 | May 4 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.