When to Plant Spinach in Bethel Census Area, AK
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Bethel Census Area, Alaska is in USDA Zone 2a. The average last spring frost is May 22 and the first fall frost is September 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 122 days.
At an elevation of 1,369 feet, Bethel Census Area receives approximately 50.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 70°F, so choose short-season varieties of Spinach to ensure they mature before fall. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Spinach root diseases.
Bethel Census Area Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.2-6.3
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Spinach Planting Timeline — Bethel Census Area, AK
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 10 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 22 | May 22 – Jun 5 |
| Direct Sow | May 15 | May 15 – Jun 5 |
| Fall Sowing | June 29 | Jun 29 – Jul 13 |
| Harvest | June 26 | Jun 26 – Aug 28 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow Fall Sowing Harvest |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 2a
Growing Season
122 days
Growing Tips for Bethel Census Area
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Level Up Your Garden
Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Bethel Census Area, AK?
Bethel Census Area is in Zone 2a with an average last frost of May 22. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Bethel Census Area, AK?
Bethel Census Area, Alaska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2a. The average last spring frost is May 22 and first fall frost is September 21.
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