Chioggia Beetroot (Seed Freaks)

BEETROOT: CHIOGGIA

(BETA VULGARIS)

Striking heirloom with concentric red and white ‘target’ rings.

Often called bulls eye beet.

Tender flesh with green leaves. Slice thinly in salads to retain colours and add a pop of panache to your plate!

Good fresh, roasted, or pickled.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – JUN

Temperate: JUL – MAY

Sub – Tropical: FEB – NOV

Tropical: MAR, APR, MAY, JUN

Arid: FEB – OCT

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6-7.5

Rich, well-drained soil

GROWING TIPS

Soak seed for 2 hours and direct sow.

Keep moist.

Thin to 10cm apart, either transplant or eat as microgreens.

DAYS TO HARVEST

55-65 Days

APPROX 100 SEEDS