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The most popular, all-purpose red beet. It is uniform and smooth, with a dark blood red flesh that is sweet and tasty, and attractive foliage that can be picked as salad greens. This variety was first introduced way back in the 19th century.
When to Plant
Zone 1: September - Ā April
Zone 2: July - April
Zone 3: Any
Zone 4: Any
SoilĀ Well dug through soil that is free-draining. Prepare soil with cow manure and compost a week before planting.
Soil pH LevelĀ 6.5-7.0
PositionĀ Full sun to part shade
How to PlantĀ Sow directly into the patch at a depth of 1cm. It is a good idea to soak the seeds in water overnight prior to planting to help with germination. Once the seeds have germinated you will need to thin out the seedlings to allow adequate space for the rest to grow.
SpacingĀ 15-20cm
Depth1cm
Companion PlantsĀ Onions
Approximate no. of seedsĀ 60
Note: We source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination
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