When to Plant Beet in Eagle Rock, Missouri (65641)

Location

Eagle Rock, Missouri

ZIP Code

65641

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 27, 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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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Friday, February 27, 2026.

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Growing Beet in Zone 7a

Beet (Beta vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Eagle Rock, Missouri, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Beet grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.