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When to Plant Beets in Tioga County, PA

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.

Tioga County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 9, giving you a growing season of approximately 149 days.

At an elevation of 74 feet, Tioga County receives approximately 44.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Beets to ensure they mature before fall.

Tioga County, PA (Zone 6a) Short season
149 days
Last Spring Frost May 13
149 growing days
First Fall Frost October 9

Tioga County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Beets Planting Timeline — Tioga County, PA

Beets Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 29 Apr 29 – May 20
Harvest June 24 Jun 24 – Jul 22
Fall Sowing July 31 Jul 31 – Aug 14

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Direct Sow
May Direct Sow
June Harvest
July Fall Sowing Harvest
August Fall Sowing
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 6a

📆 Growing Season

149 days in Tioga County

Growing Tips for Tioga 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 Tioga County, PA?

Tioga County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Beets planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Tioga County, PA?

Tioga County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is October 9.

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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 Tioga County, PA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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