Beetroot- Bulls Blood

Beetroot - Bull’s Blood Seeds

Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
Family: Amaranthaceae
Life Cycle: Biennial (typically grown as an annual)

Key Features:

• Dual-purpose heirloom variety – great for both baby leaf greens and root harvesting.
• Striking foliage – deep purple-red leaves add color to salads.
• Fast-growing – baby leaves ready in 35 days, roots mature in 55 days.
• Sweet flavor – delicious addition to fresh dishes.

How to Grow Beetroot - Bull’s Blood

Preparation:

• Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours daily).
• Requires well-drained, loose soil enriched with compost or aged manure.
• Loosen soil to spade depth for optimal root development.

Sowing Instructions:

• Direct sow seeds in the garden, 15mm deep, 10cm apart, with rows 50cm apart.
• Germination: 5-10 days at soil temperatures of 10-30°C.
• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged until seedlings establish.
• Optional: Soak seeds overnight for improved germination.

Growing Tips:

• Water when soil is dry 5cm below the surface.
• Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent excessive leaf growth over root formation.
• Thin seedlings if necessary to maintain 10cm spacing between plants.

Harvesting:

• Baby leaves: Harvest at 35 days by snipping outer leaves at the base.
• Roots: Ready in 55 days; gently pull or lift with a garden fork.
• Store in a perforated bag in the fridge or pickle for long-term storage.

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