Beetroot is one of the most popular vegetables to grow from seed, maybe because it is so easy to grow.
Sowing Beetroot
Beetroot likes an open, sunny position. The soil should be fertile but not freshly manured. Ideally use a plot that was manured for the crop.
Beetroot does not like acidic soils so prepare the ground before sowing by adding Lime before sowing the seeds and raking in Growmore fertiliser. Seeds can be sow from March to July, depending on the variety. They should be sown a couple of inches apart and approximately and inch deep. If you have a small garden try growing a few plants in pots.
Once seedlings have grown a little thin out and discard. Keep weeds down by regular hoeing and water evenly and frequently to ensure healthy growth and prevent splitting.
Harvesting Beetroot
Harvesting generally occurs between the months of July and September. Beetroot is enjoyed best when pulled from the ground while they are still quite small, generally this will be about seven weeks after sowing.
Storing Beetroot
Beetroot can be left in the ground until they are required.
