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When to Plant Beets in Le Flore County, OK

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.

Le Flore County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 5 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 209 days.

At an elevation of 782 feet, Le Flore County receives approximately 29.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Beets during the growing season.

Le Flore County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
209 days
Last Spring Frost April 5
209 growing days
First Fall Frost October 31

Le Flore County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Beets Planting Timeline — Le Flore County, OK

Beets Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 22 Mar 22 – Apr 12
Harvest May 17 May 17 – Jun 14
Fall Sowing August 22 Aug 22 – Sep 5

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Direct Sow
April Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
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 7b

📆 Growing Season

209 days in Le Flore County

Growing Tips for Le Flore 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 Le Flore County, OK?

Le Flore County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 5. Plan your Beets planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Le Flore County, OK?

Le Flore County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 5 and first fall frost is October 31.

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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 Le Flore County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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