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"The first F1 hybrid cylindrical 'Housewives' Choice Beetroot with the sweetest of flavours. Beetroot Alto F1 has uniform, straight roots which have a smooth rich red skin and flesh colour, free from rings making them easy to prepare.Roots stand proud above the soil, but can be earthed up, and remain in good condition for long periods. Beetroot Alto is an easy to grow, space saving variety."Sow seeds March to July. Sow seeds thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Prefers well drained, moist, rich soil.Thin seedlings to 5cm (2in) apart for 'baby beets' when large enough to handle, or 7cm (3in) for larger, heavier cylindrical roots.Beets can be stored by lifting the remaining roots; twisting off the tops and storing in boxes of slightly damp sand in a frost-free shed or garage. -
Distinctive orange-gold skinned roots with gold flesh which does not 'bleed' so are easy to prepare in the kitchen. A culinary delight, just wash young roots, peel skins of larger roots, for a delicious sweet taste grated or sliced in salads, or as a cooked vegetable. Stems and leaves of younger roots are delicious raw, steam or stir fried as an alternative to chard and spinach. A no waste vegetable.Sow thinly outdoors, 13mm (1/2in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Sow at 2-3 week intervals until mid-summer.Thin seedlings as necessary, to 2.5cm (1in) apart for 'baby beets' or slightly wider spacing for larger roots. Keep well watered for most tender roots and to avoid bolting (running to seed). -
An improved Detroit with rich maroon colouring. Beetroot Detroit 2 Crimson Globe produces globe-shaped beet which are ideal for successional sowing.Sow seeds from spring to early summer very thinly in drills 3cm (1in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart.When the seedlings are large enough to handle thin them out gradually to 1cm (4in) apart. The later thinnings will be large enough to use in a salad. Pull the beetroot when the roots are 1½in in diameter or larger.The smaller the root the better the quality. In mid autumn lift the remaining roots twist off the tops and use or store in a clamp as you would potatoes. -
Bolting is almost a thing of the past with this excellent globe beetroot! Detroit 6 : Rubidus will be ready to harvest over a week earlier than 'Boltardy', which it supersedes in all respects. Firm, smooth, deep red flesh without a hint of fibre, even when 12.5cm (5in) in diameter. Vigorous, high yields which are synonymous with F1 Hybrids.Sow seeds from spring to early summer very thinly in drills 3cm (1in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart.When seedlings are large enough to handle thin them out gradually to 1cm (4in) apart.The later thinnings will be large enough to use in a salad. Pull the beetroot when the roots are 4cm (1½in) in diameter or larger. The smaller the roots the better the quality. In mid autumn lift the remaining roots, twist off the tops and use or store in a clamp as you would potatoes. -
Strong plants with dense foliage so weeds are less of a problem. Dark red, round roots which can be picked from baby beet size, or left to grow larger for roasting or pickling. Leaves are also a tasty addition to salads. Can be stored for up to 4 months in ideal conditions.Sow thinly into finely raked, moist, warm soil at a depth of 13mm (½in) in rows, leaving 30cm (12in) between further rows.Thin seedlings to 5-7.5cm (2-3in) between plants. Grows best in soil that has been manured the previous autumn. When harvesting, twist the leaves from the root to prevent staining. -
Visually stunning, with dark purple leaves and stems, ‘Morello’ forms a dark purple root with purple-red flesh and distinctive white rings. This is a no-waste, eat-all beetroot - enjoy the leaves and stems as well as the root. Its compact growing habit makes it ideal for the smaller vegetable plot.Sow thinly outdoors, 13mm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Sow at 2-3 week intervals. Also ideal in patio containers.Thin seedlings as necessary, to 2.5cm (1in) apart for ‘baby beets’ or slightly wider spacing for larger roots. Keep well watered for most tender roots and to avoid bolting (running to seed). Roots, stems and leaves can be eaten raw or steamed when young.SERVING SUGGESTION: Larger roots are ideal for baking or slicing raw into stir-fries. Shoots when young can be eaten like spinach and are rich in beta-carotene, calcium, iron and folic acid. Roots contain beta-cyanin and are a good source of manganese, a mineral needed for proper bone formation and energy metabolism. -
Outstanding quality for the kitchen and exhibition, producing round, smooth skinned, uniform roots with both a rich red skin and flesh colour. Ideal closely sown in containers as a ‘baby beet’, or as fullsized roots which stand well without going ‘woody’.Sow in a well prepared, fertile soil 13mm (½in) deep in broad drills, spacing seeds about 2cm (¾in) apart. Allow 25cm (10in) between drills. Beetroot responds well to module sowing, sow 4 seeds per module, and transplant each module when 5cm (2in) tall, allowing 7-10cm (3-4in) between each plantFor ‘baby’ roots, no thinning is necessary. For larger roots, thin seedlings to 5cm (2in) apart. Young leaves and stems can also be used as a spinach alternative. -
Visually stunning five variety mixture of both skin and sliced flesh colours, with contrasting colour shades of stems and leaves. A culinary delight, just wash the young roots, peel the skins (if required), and slice raw for salads. Also tasty pickled, cooked or added to soups.Sow thinly outdoors, 13mm (1/2in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Sow at 2-3 week intervals until mid-summer.Thin seedlings as necessary, to 2.5cm (1in) apart for 'baby beets' or slightly wider spacing for larger roots. Keep well watered for most tender roots and to avoid bolting (running to seed). Both roots and leaves can be eaten, raw or steamed when young. -
A main crop variety with round to oval, high quality roots with a dark red colour. The hybrid vigour of Beetroot Red Ace makes it a very strong grower which will do well in most sites and soils; good in dry seasons. Excellent for exhibition.Sow seeds from spring to early summer very thinly in drills 3cm (1in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart.When seedlings are large enough to handle thin them out gradually to 1cm (4in) apart. The later thinnings will be large enough to use in a salad. Pull the beetroot when the roots are 1½in diameter or larger.The smaller the roots the better the quality. In mid autumn lift the remaining roots, twist off the tops and use or store in a clamp as you would potatoes. -
High quality, round, bright red fleshed roots which do not go woody. Beetroot Wodan has wonderful flavour when freshly cooked, either as 'baby' beet or as larger roots. Ideal for pickling. The young leaves can be used as an alternative to spinach. Seeds are in the RHS Vegetable Collection.Sow seeds early April-July. Sow in well prepared, fertile soil 13mm (½in) deep in broad drills, spacing seeds about 2cm (¾in) apart. Allow 25cm (10in) between drills. Beetroot also responds well to module sowing, sow 4 seeds per module, and transplant each module when 5cm (2in) tall, allowing 7-10cm (3-4in) between each plant.For baby roots, no thinning will be necessary. For larger roots, thin seedlings to 5cm (2in). Young leaves and stems can also be used as a spinach alternative.Prefers a moist, rich, well drained soil in cool conditions. -
"A gardener's favourite for over 100 years for its reliable performance and heavy crop of long pods in most soils. The pods contain an average of 6 beans, with some up to 8 seeded. Broad Bean Bunyards Exhibition has a very good flavour and excellent for freezing.Prefers well-drained, moist, rich soil."Sow seeds February under cloches, or March-April outdoors. Ideally sown in double rows 5cm (2in) deep and 20-23cm (8-9in) apart in the row, with 20-23cm (8-9in) between each row. Allow at least 60cm (24in) between each double row. Germination takes about 10 days.Support the plants as they grow by placing a cane or stout stick at each corner and tying in with string, especially in windy gardens. Keep well watered particularly when flowers are setting. Pinch out growing tip when first flowers set pods to deter bPick regularly once pods are full to promote further pod production. -
A heritage variety with stunning crimson flowers, followed by a good crop of short, upright pods and delicious beans. Broad Bean Crimson Flowered is ideal for growing in containers as well as in the garden, or as an ornamental edible in the flower border.Sow seeds from February to May outdoors. Ideally sow seeds in double rows, 5cm (2in) deep in well prepared soil, 20-23cm (8-9in) apart both in the row and between each row. Allow at least 60cm (24in) between each double row. Germination takes about 10 days.Support the plants as they grow by placing a cane or stout stick at each corner and tying in with string, especially in windy sites. Plants in containers may also need support. Keep well watered especially when flowering and as pods set. Pinch out growing tip once pods have set to help deter blackfly. Pick regularly as the pods swell and the beans are tasty, soft and tender, and to promote further pod production.
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