Description
Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
The wonderfully flavoured roots of these Italian heirloom beets are guaranteed to draw attention with their unmistakable pink and white flesh. The colour is best preserved if beets are steamed or used raw.
How To Grow |
Sow 12mm (½in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Firm gently and keep moist. Thin out to 10cm (4in) apart when large enough to handle. Seedlings emerge in 10-14 days. Harvest: 10-12 weeks from sowing. |
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When To Plant | Late Winter through to Autumn. |
Sow | Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter |
Soil Type | fertile, well cultivated |
When | Late Winter through to Autumn. |
Where | Direct into growing position in well cultivated, fertile soil. |
How Sow | Sow 12mm (½in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart. Firm gently and keep moist. |
Care | Thin out to 10cm (4in) apart when large enough to handle. Seedlings emerge in 10-14 days. Harvest: 10-12 weeks from sowing. |
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