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When to Plant Beets in LaMoure County, ND

Beets

Beets are a dual-purpose root vegetable with edible roots and nutritious greens. They come in red, golden, and striped varieties and are rich in vitamins and minerals.

LaMoure County, North Dakota is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 11 and the first fall frost is September 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 141 days.

At an elevation of 999 feet, LaMoure County receives approximately 21.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Beets to ensure they mature before fall.

LaMoure County, ND (Zone 4b) Short season
141 days
Last Spring Frost May 11
141 growing days
First Fall Frost September 29

LaMoure County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Beets Planting Timeline — LaMoure County, ND

Beets Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 4 May 4 – May 25
Harvest June 29 Jun 29 – Jul 27
Fall Sowing July 7 Jul 7 – Jul 21

Plant 0.5" deep · 4" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Direct Sow
June Harvest
July Fall Sowing Harvest
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

50–70 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 4b

📆 Growing Season

141 days in LaMoure County

Growing Tips for LaMoure County

Soak seeds overnight before planting to improve germination. Thin seedlings to 3-4 inches apart. Harvest roots when 1.5-3 inches in diameter for best texture.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Pole Beans
  • Mustard Greens

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🌾 Save Your Own Beets Seeds
Life Cycle Biennial
Pollination Wind Pollinated
How to Collect Replant roots for 2nd-year seeds. Rub stalks to free clusters.
Storage Store airtight; viable 6 years at 35°F, under 50% humidity.

Isolate 1/2 mile from Swiss chard — same species, they will cross.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Beets in LaMoure County, ND?

LaMoure County is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 11. Plan your Beets planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is LaMoure County, ND?

LaMoure County, North Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 11 and first fall frost is September 29.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for LaMoure County, ND. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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