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Homegrown beetroot and chard (or leaf beet) seeds are simply delicious and easy to grow. They can generally be sown from March to July/August and will give you a good crop of vegetables to keep your salads bright and fresh.
Beetroot 'Boltardy' (Globe)Beta vulgaris Customer Rating
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Swiss Chard 'Bright Lights'Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. Flavescens, Leaf Beet, Spinach Beet Customer Rating
This exciting RHS AGM Swiss Chard, produces a rainbow of coloured stems that are crowned with large leaves of green or bronze. The flavour is deliciously mild and packed with nutritional content. Swiss Chard ‘Bright Lights’ can be harvested from mid-summer to late autumn, and after a normal winter, it will re-emerge to give an unbelievably early spring crop! Guaranteed lo brighten the vegetable patch, or why not grow this colourful swiss chard cultivar in ornamental borders. Height: 50cm (20”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Beetroot 'Wodan' F1 Hybrid (Globe)Beta vulgaris
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Beetroot 'Detroit 6 Rubidus' (Globe)Beta vulgaris Bolting is almost a thing of the past with this excellent globe variety! Beetroot ‘Detroit 6 Rubidus’ will be ready to harvest over a week earlier than 'Boltardy', which it supersedes in all respects. The firm, smooth, deep red roots can reach 12.5cm (5”) in diameter, but retain their superb tender flesh without a hint of fibre. This vigorous beetroot holds an RHS AGM, and produces high yields which are synonymous with F1 Hybrids. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Moneta' - Part of the Alan Titchmarsh CollectionBeta vulgaris
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Beetroot 'Burpee's Golden' (Globe)Beta vulgaris Introduced in the 1940’s, Beetroot ‘Burpee’s Golden’ produces attractive orange roots with a delightful, succulent flavour that makes it a superb for serving as a hot vegetable. Try harvesting the tops for steaming and eating like spinach while the roots are between the size of a golf ball and a tennis ball. Beetroot ‘Burpee’s Golden’ is best sown thicker than normal varieties as it has an inherent lower germination trait. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”).Useful links: More info |
Beetroot 'Red Ace' F1 Hybrid (Globe)Beta vulgaris This main crop variety produces round to oval, high quality roots with a dark red colour. The hybrid vigour of Beetroot ‘Red Ace’ makes it a very strong grower which will do well in most sites and soils, and is particularly good in dry seasons. This RHS AGM variety makes a superb choice for exhibition. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”).Andrew Tokely says: "I find Beetroot Red Ace quick to germinate and it produces good size roots for use in the kitchen or for exhibiting at the local shows and has won many prizes for me. I sow in succession from April-end of June for a continuous supply." More info |
Swiss Chard 'Lucullus'Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. Flavescens, Leaf Beet, Spinach Beet Swiss Chard ‘Lucullus’ is a particularly prolific variety offering fantastic value. This RHS AGM variety produces an abundance of wide, white stems which are deliciously succulent when cooked like asparagus, and served with butter. The large, tasty leaves make a flavoursome alternative to spinach, and if left to flower, the flower stalks can also be cooked and eaten like sprouting broccoli. Initially cropping from mid-summer to late autumn, this tasty leaf beet will re-emerge after a normal winter, to produce an unbelievably early spring crop. Height: 50cm (20”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Beetroot 'Alto' F1 HybridBeta vulgaris Customer RatingThe first F1 hybrid cylindrical 'Housewives choice’ variety with the sweetest of flavours. Beetroot ‘Alto’ F1 produces uniform, straight roots, free from rings with a smooth rich-red skin and flesh colour, making them easy to prepare. Roots stand proud above the soil, but can be earthed up, and remain in good condition for long periods. This RHS AGM beertroot is an easy to grow, space saving variety. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Solo' F1 HybridBeta vulgaris This British bred monogerm variety produces only one seedling per seed cluster, reducing the need for thinning out. The smooth skinned, round roots of Beetroot ‘Solo’ F1 are high in sugar content for the sweetest of flavours, making them ideal as a 'baby beet' or as a mature root. This RHS AGM variety has good resistance to bolting, leaf spot, downy and powdery mildew. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Chioggia' (Globe)Beta vulgaris A striking globe variety with orange-pink skins and an appealing 'bullseye' formation of red and white rings on the inside, fading to soft pink when cooked. Beetroot ‘Chioggia’ is sweet, tender and succulent with lustrous dark green leaves and ruby-red stems. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”).Useful links: More info |
Beetroot 'Pablo' F1 HybridBeta vulgaris This top quality RHS AGM variety produces smooth-skinned, round roots with a dark red skin that taste delicious in summer salads. Enjoy Beetroot 'Pablo' as succulent baby beets as well as mature roots. The larger roots of this delicious beet will also store well for winter use without them turning woody. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Swiss Chard 'Fantasy'Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. Flavescens, Leaf Beet, Spinach Beet Arguably the best tasting Red Chard with a mild, juicy flavour and, unlike many Red Chards, has no harsh aftertastes. With excellent tolerance to downy mildew, Swiss Chard 'Fantasy' is ideal for successional sowings through the spring and summer for a delicious crop of both ‘baby leaf’ and mature plants. Height: 50cm (20”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Beetroot 'Detroit 2 Crimson Globe'Beta vulgaris An improved strain of the ever popular ‘Detroit’. Beetroot ‘Detroit 2 Crimson Globe’ produces globe-shaped roots with rich maroon colouring and a good flavour. Ideal for successional sowing to produce high yields. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Albina Vereduna' (Globe)Beta vulgaris Avoid purple staining and colour bleeding by growing this unusual white beetroot. Globe Beetroot ‘Albina Vereduna is much more acceptable as a vegetable when served with fish or poultry and adds variety and flavour far exceeding most red beetroots. The curved and wavy top leaf is high in vitamins and can also be served like spinach as a vegetable. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”).Useful links: More info |
Beetroot 'Coloured Collection' (Globe)Beta vulgaris If you enjoy beetroot then you will love this coloured collection of 3 delicious varieties that will add colour and flavour to your plate, whether baked, boiled or pickled. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6").
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Beetroot 'Kestrel' F1 Hybrid (Globe)Beta vulgaris An RHS AGM variety with good resistance to bolting, that produces smooth, round, globe beetroots. The red skinned roots have a superb dark flesh colour and increased sugar levels for a sweeter flavour. Beetroot ‘Kestrel’ is delicious cooked or eaten raw, used as 'baby beets' or when mature. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Swiss Chard 'Bright Yellow'Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. Flavescens, Leaf Beet, Spinach Beet The beautiful, broad golden stalks of Swiss Chard ‘Bright Yellow’ are a striking and colourful addition to the vegetable garden and look equally at home in the flower border. The sweet stalks can be steamed as a vegetable or, when young, eaten raw in salads. This superb RHS AGM variety is slow to bolt and has good winter hardiness. Initially cropping from mid-summer to late autumn, this tasty leaf beet will re-emerge after a normal winter, to produce an unbelievably early spring crop. Height: 50cm (20”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Beetroot 'Pablo' F1 Hybrid (Globe) - Part of the Alan Titchmarsh CollectionBeta vulgaris var. conditiva
Delicious in a summer salad. Top quality, smooth-skinned, round roots with a dark red skin. Beetroot 'Pablo' is ideal for eating as succulent baby beets as well as mature. You can even store the larger roots for winter use without them turning woody. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread: 15cm (6in). More info |
Beetroot 'Paonazza d'Egitto' - Vita Sementi® Italian SeedsBeta vulgaris A quick maturing variety that is ideal for early sowings. The unusual, slightly flatter shaped roots of Beetroot ‘Paonazza d'Egitto’ have a deep purple-red flesh and delicious sweet flavour. Height: 30cm (12"). Spread: 15cm (6"). More info |
Swiss Chard 'Five Colour Silverbeet' - HeritageBeta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. Flavescens, Leaf Beet, Spinach Beet Customer RatingA rainbow mix of vibrant stem and leaf colours maintained as an Australian heirloom variety. Swiss Chard ‘Five Colour Silverbeet’ makes an excellent value crop. The juicy, mild flavoured broad stems and the tasty leaves can both be eaten as steamed vegetables, or harvested as baby leaves for adding to salads. This decorative Swiss Chard makes an attractive addition to the vegetable plot or even the flower bed. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”). More info |
Beetroot 'Bolivar' (Globe) - Duchy Originals Organic SeedsBeta vulgaris The tender, globe shaped roots of Beetroot ‘Bolivar’ have beautifully smooth skins and a rich, deep red colour. This high yielding variety is ideal for harvesting as baby beets while young, or let them mature for a delicious full sized crop. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Cardeal' F1 Hybrid (Globe)Beta vulgaris A well shaped globe beetroot specially bred for baby beet production. Beetroot ‘Cardeal’ produces smooth skinned, red fleshed golf ball sized roots with a particularly sweet flavour. This tasty variety is easy to grow and shows some resistance to downy mildew.Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Kahira' (Egyptian Flat Rooted) - HeritageBeta vulgaris This flatter-rooted, heritage beetroot produces smooth skinned roots with a deep red, tender and flavoursome flesh. Beetroot ‘Kahira’ is ideal for early sowings in frames and for successional sowing outside for a prolonged cropping period. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 15cm (6”). More info |
Beetroot 'Bona' (Globe) - SowStrong® CollectionBeta vulgaris
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