How deep to plant beets

Direct seed beets ½ inch deep, in rows spaced 12 inches apart.

The depth: Direct seed beets ½ inch deep and 1–2 inches apart in rows spaced 12 inches apart; make a furrow ½ inch deep down the center of the ridge.

Beets grow best in deep, well-drained soils.
Beets do best in sandy soil in the spring and heavier soil in the fall because sandy soil warms faster than heavier clay soil.
A soil pH between 6.0 and 7.0 is recommended for optimal nutrient availability.
Prior to planting, incorporate 2–3 inches of compost or other organic matter into the top 6–8 inches of soil.

Planting depth varies with soil type and variety; your local extension office is the closest authority.

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