The beetroot is one of the he althiest vegetables that should not be missing in any garden. We will therefore tell you here how you can grow beetroot.
The varieties Rote Kugel (particularly aromatic, very productive), Forono (cylindrical, productive) and Formanova (cylindrical) are popular with many. Beetroot cultivated forms in red and white - Tonda di Chioggia (very tender), in white - Albina Veredura (sweet, well suited as a raw vegetable salad) and in orange-yellow - Burpee Golden (sweet and aromatic tasting) are also considered a delicacy.
By the way:
Beetroot is high in vitamin B, iron and folic acid, making it an extremely he althy raw vegetable.
Extension
» Location/Soil:
The undemanding beetroot plant thrives even in partial shade and makes no demands on the soil in the garden. However, it prefers a well-drained, slightly humus-rich soil. However, it is important that you ensure that the soil moisture in the plants remains constant throughout their growth.
» Sowing:
You can sow beetroot outdoors from March/April - but you must then protect the plants from ground frost with fleece (harvest time approx. July/August). However, June is generally considered to be the ideal time for cultivation. If you plant beets at this time, you can harvest the vegetables in October/November. Which is why the beetroot is also commonly considered to be one of the late autumn vegetables.
Important:
Beetroot should never be grown in the immediate vicinity of spinach, potatoes, tomatoes, chives, parsley and chard. Because these vegetables do not harmonize with each other. Better to plant in a mixed culture with onions, caraway, beans, zucchini, cabbage or lettuce.
Care
» Fertilize:
During its growth, the beetroot - often also called beetroot - does not necessarily have to be fertilized. Especially not if you have planted the beetroot in nutrient-rich soil. Otherwise, a single application of fertilizer is sufficient.
» Irrigation:
As far as watering goes, all you have to do is make sure you have adequate watering at all times to keep this deep-rooted plantis adequately supplied.
Harvest
When harvesting, you must be careful not to injure the fruit, as this can quickly cause it to rot. It is best to proceed as follows when harvesting: lift the plant slightly in the morning and only pull it completely out of the ground in the evening. You can then easily store the beetroot in a cool cellar room for a few weeks after harvesting.
Hint:
Just pickle the beetroot in vinegar and then use it to make a salad. It tastes sour and refreshing!