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When to Plant Beet in Canyon Creek, Montana (59633)

Location

Canyon Creek, Montana

ZIP Code

59633

USDA Zone

4b

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Tuesday, March 24, 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 4b

Beet (Beta vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Canyon Creek, Montana, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

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