DeKalb County was formed in 1837 from land in Cannon, Warren and White counties. Historian Will T. Hale believes that the first settlers in the county were at Liberty and came from Maryland in 1797. If so, Adam Dale was the first settler.
Beets and beet greens are rich sources of iron and important vitamins. You can plant beets beginning in early spring and up until about 90 days before the first frost. It takes about 55 to 60 days for the roots to mature.
For beets to grow at their maximum, plan to provide them with at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Best Beet Varieties for Containers - Before you start preparing your containers for growing beets in, it's important to select a variety that will thrive in the small space provided.