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Germination. Beet seeds germinate anytime from 7 to 14 days. Soaking seeds for 30 minutes in water before planting hastens sprouting slightly. Sow seeds only after the soil has warmed to at least 40 degrees F. Fastest and largest amounts of germination occur when the soil is between 55 and 75 degrees.owing Tips. While cool temperatures are best for growing beets, so is proper seed planting depth. Sow beets 1/4 to 1 inch deep, spacing seeds 3 to 4 inches apart. Make any additional rows 12 to 18 inches apart.
When to Plant. Begin planting beet seeds directly in the garden one month before your last spring frost date, followed by a second planting two to three weeks later. Beet seeds can germinate in cool soil, but they sprout best when soil temperatures are above 50 degrees Fahrenheit.Start planting beets for fall harvest 10 to 12 weeks before your expected first fall frost.(Learn more about your regionâs planting dates by using our What to Plant Now pages .).eet seeds can germinate in cool soil, but they sprout best when soil temperatures are above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Start planting beets for fall harvest 10 to 12 weeks before your expected first fall frost. (Learn more about your regionâs planting dates by using our What to Plant Now pages .).