Beetroot 'Tondo di Chioggia'

Organic 'Tondo di Chioggia' Beetroot Seeds

Sowing: Sow seeds from April to early July. Early sown plants are more likely to bolt due to the cold, so it may be worth waiting until May. Seeds are usually sown direct in the ground - but can also be started in modules indoors. Sow successively for a continuous supply of young beets.

Sowing depth: 3-4cm

Planting distance: Plants should be spaced ca. 5-10 cm between plants and at least 30 cm between rows. Beetroot seed is actually clusters of about 3 to 4 seeds so when direct sowing you will need to thin-out to get good plant development.

Growing conditions:

• Beetroot prefers full sun and rich, moist, fine, well-draining soil. It grows poorly in very acidic soil.
• It can tend to bolt when stressed, in either very cold or very hot conditions.
• Freshly manured plots are not advised as they can cause roots to become misshapen. Well-rotted compost or all-purpose balanced fertilisers such as Topmix Complete Organic Plant Food 4-3-7 or Biodigester Organic Plant Food 4-3-7 are a better option for beetroot.

Harvest: Beets should be harvested in summer or autumn. Lift or cover before heavy frost.

Number of seeds: Each packet contains approximately 290 seeds, enough for 200 plants.