Beets, beetroot
Noire de Lausanne (Black one from Lausanne) Beets, beetroot
This old heirloom variety is originally from Western Switzerland. It is characterized by its extremely dark, almost black, fruit. The flesh is firm with an intense flavour. This robust variety also grows well in higher elevations. It is a vigorous and productive variety for beet greens too!
Sow in April to early July in rows 30 cm apart. Regular watering promotes germination. You can also transplant seedlings. Later, thin to 10 cm within row spacing. Keep soil loose. Intercrop with bush beans and soybeans. Harvest in August and October.
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Cylindra selection z Beets, beetroot
This long cylindrical beet root has a dark red colour. It is economical because of its high yield and easy to store. It tastes great both raw and cooked.
Sow in April to early July in rows 30 cm apart. Regular watering promotes germination. You can also transplant seedlings. Later, thin to 10 cm within row spacing. Keep soil loose. Intercrop with bush beans and soybeans. Harvest in August and October.
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Red ball Beets, beetroot
This medium-sized, round beet with dark red flesh is a real winner. It has a fine taste and stores very well.
Sow in April to early July in rows 30 cm apart. Regular watering promotes germination. You can also transplant seedlings. Later, thin to 10 cm within row spacing. Keep soil loose. Intercrop with bush beans and soybeans. Harvest in August and October.
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Sowing quantity 80 g/Are