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.
Step 3: Growing the Beets. Place the container near a window or in any other place where the seeds will get plenty of sunlight. Beets grow best at lower temperatures, and the seeds will normally germinate in 17 days if the soil is at 50 F. Beets grow best in conditions of uniform moisture.