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When to Plant Beet in Bronson, Florida (32621)

Location

Bronson, Florida

ZIP Code

32621

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, January 9, 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

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Growing Beet in Zone 9a

Beet (Beta vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bronson, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, January 9, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Beet grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.