Mangel Wurzel

Mangel Wurzel

Beta vulgaris

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• Heirloom from the 1700's

• Large roots and tender green leaves

Heirloom from the 1700's. Very large white/yellow tapered roots and green silverbeet like leaves. Roots have an excellent flavour and smooth texture if eaten when young; good for soups, roasting and as a steamed vegetable. Leaves are tender and are used like spinach; good for stir-fries and as a steamed vegetable. Also known as Fodder Beet, Mangold, Mangel Beet and Field Beet. Also commonly grown as a fodder crop for animals. Best suited to cooler climates. Roots can grow in excess of 18kg but are much better eating when picked young.

How to sow and grow:

Method:	Sow direct
Sowing Depth:	15mm
When:	Spring and autumn
Germination:	5-10 days @ 10-30°C
Hardiness / Life Cycle:	Hardy Biennial (usually grown as an annual)
Row Spacing:	50cm
Plant Spacing:	30cm
Position:	Full sun, moist well drained soil
Days to Maturity/Flowering:	150 days

*Notes: Keep well watered.

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