Beetroot is a cold-resistant crop that can withstand light frosts. The optimal time for sowing beets is at the end of April, when the soil temperature reaches 10 °C. However, pre-ripened varieties can be planted in late June for a harvest in September.
Sowing Beets According to the Lunar Calendar in 2024
Certain days each month are particularly favorable for planting root crops like beets. According to the lunar calendar for 2024, the best days for sowing beets are:
- March: 13-15, 20-22, 30
- April: 13, 17-18, 22-23
- May: 19-20, 23-24
- June: 10-12, 15-16, 20-21
When and How to Plant Beets in Open Ground
Beets can be planted at the end of April in regions that experience light frosts. For pre-ripened varieties, it’s recommended to plant at the end of June. There are three types of beet varieties based on the maturity of the root crops.
How to Prepare a Bed for Planting Beets
Beets thrive in sunny areas with well-prepared soil. For each square meter, apply compost or manure, wood ash, superphosphate, and ammonium nitrate. It’s advisable to prepare the bed a few weeks before planting, digging up the ground and regularly feeding the future seedlings.
How to Plant Beets: Step-by-Step Instructions
- Soaking Seeds: Start by soaking the seeds. Water them daily to soften the outer layer of soil, aiding plant emergence.
- Preparation of the Bed: Create deep grooves in the soil, spaced 20-30 cm apart.
- Planting Seeds: Spread the seeds 3 cm apart in the grooves, cover them with soil, and compact it lightly.
- Caring for Beets: Water the bed as needed and thin the seedlings once they emerge. Loosen the soil between the rows after each watering to maintain optimal plant spacing.
- Feeding: Fertilize the beets three times with superphosphate during the growing season to ensure they receive enough nutrients for healthy growth and ripening.
By following these guidelines and the lunar calendar, you can optimize your beet sowing for a successful harvest!
