Use the leaves of this hardy Biennial like Spinach, though they are somewhat coarser in flavour and texture. An abundant crop is produced from a well manured garden. The plant is useful over a long period and seldom runs to seed till its second year. Excellent for Baby Leaf.
Matures 55 days from direct sowing.
6320
Beta vulgaris
| OPTIMUM SOIL TEMP FOR GERMINATION | DAYS TO GERMINATION | DISTANCE APART TO PLANT SEEDLINGS | PREFERRED GROWING PERIOD | WHEN TO SOW | NUMBER OF SEEDS PER PACKET | PREFERRED GROWING METHOD | BEST USE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15-25 | 10-15 |
30cm
|
Hardy | 1.2.3 | 200 |
Direct Sow
|
Leaf Crop
|
KEY to WHEN TO SOW |
1 Early Spring | 2 Late Spring & Early Summer |
3 Late Summer & Early Autumn |
