- Roots have a 20% sugar content
- Used as both a vegetable and for sugar production
Description
'Sugar Beet' seeds
Beta vulgaris
- Roots have a 20% sugar content
- Used as both a vegetable and for sugar production
Large white roots that grow to around 1.4kg and have a very sweet flavour and a high sugar content of around 20%. Traditionally used to produce sugar or molasses but can also be eaten as a vegetable either baked, steamed or in soups, shredded in salads and even in desserts. If grown as a vegetable is best harvested when around 400 grams.
Seeds per gram: 120
Product code: E4-17
Best Months to Sow
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Quick Sowing Guide
Method | Sow direct |
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Sowing Depth | 15mm |
Season | Spring, summer and autumn |
Germination | 5-10 days @ 10-30°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Hardy Biennial (usually grown as an annual) |
Row Spacing | 50cm |
Plant Spacing | 15cm |
Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 80-100 days |
*Notes: Keep well watered. Is susceptible to leaf spot.
How To Grow
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