Beetroot Italian Chioggia An Italian delicious Beetroot heirloom variety grown since the early 1800’s. Light Red flattened Globe-shaped roots with striking interior rings of alternating Pink-White. Green tops and Red stems are tender and colourful, great additions in any salads. Higher levels of earthy flavours account...Read more
Description
Beetroot Italian Chioggia
An Italian delicious Beetroot heirloom variety grown since the early 1800’s. Light Red flattened Globe-shaped roots with striking interior rings of alternating Pink-White. Green tops and Red stems are tender and colourful, great additions in any salads. Higher levels of earthy flavours account for its popularity.
200 - 250 Seeds/Package Untreated Non GMO
Instructions
Sow Beet seeds in well-worked well-drained soil in full Sun after any danger of frost has past. Beets are sensitive to acidic soils and prefer a pH of 6.0 – 7.0. If your soil is more acidic,try adding Garden Lime as directed on the bag.
Sow thinly in rows 12 inches apart and cover with ½ inch of fine soil. Firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 14-21 days.
Thin to stand about 3″ apart when seedlings are 1-2″ tall.
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