Beta vulgaris
An heirloom crop, tender to eat while young or leave them to grow to up to 10kgs. Matured crop have traditionally been used as animal fodder. The leaves are also edible as leafy greens.
Approx. 80 seeds
Method:
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Sow direct |
Sowing Depth:
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15 mm |
When:
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Any time in Perth may be slower mid-winter |
Plant Spacing:
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20cm between plants 50cm between rows |
Weeks till Maturity
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4/5 weeks for baby leaves 8/9 weeks for root |
Position/Care:
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Full sun, well-drained, moist soil |
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