Chioggia Beet Seeds
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Chiogga beet seeds outside 4 weeks before the last expected frost. Soften the seeds by soaking them in water for 2 hours, then plant in full sun and well drained soil. Sow them 1" deep and 1" apart in rows 1-2' apart. Tamp down the earth above the seeds to ensure good contact with the soil, and germination should take place in 5-15 days. Add compost or other organic matter for healthy growth. For companion planting benefits, plant beets with bush beans, onions, or members of the cabbage family; avoid planting them near pole beans.
Growing: Since each beet "seed" holds up to 8 actual seeds, the seedlings will need to be thinned to 3" apart. The uprooted plants do well as a second crop, as transplanting them will set them about 2 weeks behind the original plants. Take care not to bruise the seedlings when weeding. They love cool weather, and can survive temperatures down to 25F.
Harvesting: Candy striped beets have the best taste and tenderness when they are harvested between 1" and 3" in diameter. After pulling them, twist off the tops about 1" up the stem to prevent the beets from bleeding. In order to preserve the unique coloring of Chioggia beets, process them whole and slice right before serving. Candy striped beets also produce lovely and tasty pink-stemmed tops that mature in 40 days. One-third of the tops can be harvested without damaging the plant.
Seed Saving: Since Chiogga beets are wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Beet plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed. In warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching each other, in a cool and humid location - plant them again in early spring. The plants will soon go to seed in the spring; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store the seed in a cool, dry place for up to five years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 2,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 9 Inches
Color: White, Red
Review
It grew well last year.
excellent company
I have been a customer for many years and the service and product is consistently excellent. Thank you!
great
fast shipping very well packaged
As advertised
The seeds came promptly and I can't wait to plant them.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Chiogga beet seeds outside 4 weeks before the last expected frost. Soften the seeds by soaking them in water for 2 hours, then plant in full sun and well drained soil. Sow them 1" deep and 1" apart in rows 1-2' apart. Tamp down the earth above the seeds to ensure good contact with the soil, and germination should take place in 5-15 days. Add compost or other organic matter for healthy growth. For companion planting benefits, plant beets with bush beans, onions, or members of the cabbage family; avoid planting them near pole beans.
Growing: Since each beet "seed" holds up to 8 actual seeds, the seedlings will need to be thinned to 3" apart. The uprooted plants do well as a second crop, as transplanting them will set them about 2 weeks behind the original plants. Take care not to bruise the seedlings when weeding. They love cool weather, and can survive temperatures down to 25F.
Harvesting: Candy striped beets have the best taste and tenderness when they are harvested between 1" and 3" in diameter. After pulling them, twist off the tops about 1" up the stem to prevent the beets from bleeding. In order to preserve the unique coloring of Chioggia beets, process them whole and slice right before serving. Candy striped beets also produce lovely and tasty pink-stemmed tops that mature in 40 days. One-third of the tops can be harvested without damaging the plant.
Seed Saving: Since Chiogga beets are wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Beet plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed. In warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching each other, in a cool and humid location - plant them again in early spring. The plants will soon go to seed in the spring; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store the seed in a cool, dry place for up to five years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 2,000
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 9 Inches
Color: White, Red
Reviews
Review
Review
It grew well last year.
Review
excellent company
I have been a customer for many years and the service and product is consistently excellent. Thank you!
Review
great
fast shipping very well packaged
Review
As advertised
The seeds came promptly and I can't wait to plant them.