Sowing beetroot in March rewards you with an early crop. ‘If planting in March, use a variety that is resistant to bolting or less likely to bolt, such as Bolthardy, Kestrel or Red Ace and sow under horticultural fleece or cloches,’ Richard advises.
Spacing depends on how big you want your beetroot to grow. For larger crops, thin the plants to about 10cm apart; for smaller beets, leave seedlings closer together. Beetroot needs regular watering and is usually ready to harvest in eight to 10 weeks.
‘To harvest the root, firmly grasp the foliage where it meets the top of the root and pull. It is better to harvest beetroot early than late, as younger roots will be more tender,’ the expert adds.
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