An excellent resistance to bolting from an early sowing with the colour and the flesh as good as Detroit. Sweet fresh flavour.
Sow from spring to early summer very thinly in drills 3cm (1in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart.
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.
Beetroot are known to boost the body?s immune system. Roots are rich in potassium, folate and Vitamin C. The tops can be eaten when young like spinach and are rich in beta carotene, calcium and iron.