Beetroot Red Devil

BEETROOT: RED DEVIL

( BETA VULGARIS )

Though usually grown as an annual, this biennial is a very hardy beetroot variety which is cultivated more for the leaves rather than for the beetroot itself.

The leaves are a spectacularly deep, vivid red with an exquisite flavour. Enjoyed raw they make a show- stopping addition to any salad. Cooked they have a delightfully sweet flavour.

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

35 Days (Leaves)

APPROX 80 SEEDS