Beta vulgaris, (Circa 1892) - A Beginners Beetroot (nothing fancy or a funny shape or colour,) this just is the traditional standard, all-purpose small red 2 to 3-inch dia. Round beet; uniform & smooth, with a rich intense, bright crimson red/maroon colouring plus a deep red inside flesh that has a robust, sweet & tasty flavour. The dark green foliage with red veins also makes this a colourful addition for Baby Leaf. (50-55 days) easy to grow. Each beet seed produces 2 to 6 plants., Seed Count Approx - 50 to 60 avg
SOWING - Seeds can be sown every few weeks from March onwards for a regular supply. You can make an early start in late February by sowing indoors and planting out under cloches in March. Beetroot seeds are relatively large and are easy to handle and space out along the row. Sow three seeds at 10cm (4in) spacings, 2.5cm (1in) deep, in rows 30cm (1ft) apart. Sow small batches at fortnightly intervals