Mr Fothergill's Beetroot Detroit 2 Seeds
Description
Mr Fothergill's flower and vegetable seeds are perfect for adding a splash of colour and natural beauty to your garden or outside space. Whether you're looking for an addition to your window box, some vegetation for your flower bed or a bit of colour for your windowsill, Mr Fothergill's range of seed will have something for you. Beetroot Detroit 2 (Beta vulgaris) is an easy to grow and very tasty plant. Use it as baby or mature beets. Perfect for a variety of dishes and cooking styles. They are an excellent source of folate and a good source of potassium. Roast, boil, pickle or use raw for many different dishes. You can harvest these plants from July to October. They thrive best in partial sunlight and like a well-cultivated and fertile soil for maximum growth. Specifications Seed Type Vegetable seeds Sowing Dates April to July Height and Spread (Grown) Space between rows: 30cm Harvest Dates July to October Preferred soil type Well cultivated, fertile soil Uses Versatile roots, for soups, pickling, roasting, boiled or as crisps. Young leaves can also be used as spinach Sun/Shade preference Prefers partial shade Seed fill 275 seeds approx Care instructions Regular sowings every 3 weeks should ensure a continuous supply
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