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When to Plant Beet in Stony Brook, New York (11790)

Location

Stony Brook, New York

ZIP Code

11790

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, February 22, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Beet directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Beta vulgaris
Days to Maturity 55 days
Mature Height 12-18"
Spread 4"
Type Root
Fruit Size Medium (2-3 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

4" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

Ready to Plant Beet in Stony Brook?

Get your seeds now so they're ready by Sunday, February 22, 2026.

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Growing Beet in Zone 7b

Beet (Beta vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Stony Brook, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Beet grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.