Beetroot Beetroot of Chioggia
£3.29
This variety does tend to bolt (go to seed) if sown too early so try to be patient Sow inside -...
approx 600 seeds
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Plant description
This variety does tend to bolt (go to seed) if sown too early so try to be patient Sow inside - March to June and plant out when seedlings have developed their first true leaves Sow outside - April to June Sow 15cm deep in 2.5cm drills. Space lines 15cm apart. Plant them 15cm apart - it is a little too close, but when grown like this, the roots will push each other apart to produce a clump of small tender beets. Harvest - May to August.
Position
Full sun
Soil type
All soil types
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Eventual height & spread