Beets, like most root vegetables, are cool-weather crops, so it’s generally advised to plant them in milder to cold weather. However, planting them in June — before the peak of the summer heat — may be a good idea. After seeding, beets take 55-70 days to harvest, so you can start harvesting by late summer or early fall. Additionally, the soil is already warmed up by June, which promotes the germination of root vegetables and the sunny weather makes it a favorable time to plant this versatile vegetable.

Another amazing fact about beets is that they’re a two-for-one veggie. While they mature, you can cut off a few of their leaves (beet greens) and enjoy them in a delicious salad. Just make sure you leave a few leaves after cutting so the roots continue to grow.