Beetroot Collection

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Growing all these three varieties of beetroot means you'll extend their harvesting season and get beautiful suppers and salads with the mixed colours. More
3 packets of seed 110266 £4.50 Delivery early March
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15 seedlings 510934-15 £13.95 Delivery late March
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Full of vitamins A, B6, C, folic acid, potassium and more. The delicious superfood which is excellent in so many recipes. Growing all these three varieties of beetroot means you'll extend their harvesting season and get beautiful suppers and salads with the mixed colours.

This collection includes one packet, or 5 seedlings each of:
Common Name Beetroot
Border Position Kitchen Garden
Soil Type Broad Tolerance
Scent Unscented
Site Full Sun
Moisture Moist but Well-drained
Height 30cm (12in)
Spacing Thin to 10cm (4in)
Sowing, Seeds, Planting Soak seed in warm water for half an hour before sowing. Sow into gutters from March or direct sow every 3-4 weeks from early April-July for a succesion of tender, tasty roots. Beetroot sown from June onwards can be used for storing in winter. Sow thinly in rows with a row gap of 30cm (12in), or sow in blocks. Will grow in any fertile soil in full sun. Thin seedlings to a final distance of 5-6cm (2in). Before sowing, prepare the soil by digging in plenty of well-rotted garden compost or manure and rake in a handful per square metre of general purpose fertiliser, such as Organic GroChar Fertiliser. Thin seedlings to one per station when 2.5cm (1in) high. If you have purchased seedlings, they can be planted straight into the ground, after preparing the soil as above.
Care Tips Don't water unless soil is very parched, over-watering encourages leaf at the expense of root. Fantastic planted with chamomile, onions and lettuce.
Harvesting June-October - store them overwinter. From spring sown seed, these take about 8-10 weeks from grow. Harvest earlier for small golf ball size beetroot. To harvest, pull alternate plants down the row, in effect thinning, to leave room for remaining beetroot to develop. Remaining roots will enlarge and store for winter.
Cooking Notes Cut the tops off before cooking, as this helps to lock in the nutrients. Cook whole, and then peel the skin to maintain the colour. Tops can be eaten at 5-8cm tall in salads - they are delicious.
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  • Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
  • Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
  • Flowers/Harvest
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Beetroot Collection reviews

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Reviewed 23rd December 2020 by Helen

Perfect for a gardener that loves cooking with veg from the garden and loves roasted beetroot!

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Reviewed 21st April 2020 by Jane

variable success thus far

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Reviewed 21st April 2020 by Katharine

What's not to like about beets! Eat the greens now and enjoy the root later! Again sharing extra seeds with friends - but so pleased to get a few rows planted now!

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Reviewed 8th August 2019 by Marion

Beetroot goos as usual, but due to weather still very small. I water regularly but they will be OK!

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Jackie

Variable. The yellow beets have done really well, the red beets reasonably well and the white beets poorly in terms of germination. All were planted at the same time in the same conditions.! All those that have germinated appear to be doing well.

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Alison

These germinated well. Very varied seed packet content. Too early to comment on taste etc as too soon to pull.

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Pip

Good germination and strong growth. Delicious and pretty

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Charlotte

I don't remember buying these seeds!

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Paul

The Boltardy and Chiogga had the best germination, the roots look good together and the yellow and stripey roots are not as sweet which allows a bit more variety when cooking.

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Diana

It’s good to have different colours and the selection is good.

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Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Mrs Meryon

Everything thrived and has done well

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Reviewed 21st November 2018 by Alex

good success rate - most seeds proved viable

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Reviewed 7th November 2018 by Caroline

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Reviewed 15th October 2018 by Clare

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Reviewed 11th October 2018 by Clare

I planted them according to directions and watered them regularly but they ended up looking like shriveled carrots

Reply from the Sarah Raven Team:

"Thank you for leaving your review. We are very sorry to hear of your disappointment with your Beetroot Collection and have refunded you for them."

Posted 7th November 2018

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Reviewed 20th September 2018 by Anne

Prompt delivery, easy to follow growing instructions. Will repeat next year

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Reviewed 20th September 2018 by Johanna

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Reviewed 19th September 2018 by Gillian

All the beetroot seeds worked even through cold spring and very hot summer, very pleased.

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Reviewed 19th September 2018 by Frances

Lovely seeds, great product!

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Reviewed 19th September 2018 by Rosemary

Very useful guide and great service

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Reviewed 19th September 2018 by Heather

Perfect - grew so well and so quickly. Fantastic colours. Great taste. Would buy again.

Delicious beetroot

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Reviewed 3rd August 2017 by Mary Lloyd

This year has been my best ever for lovely beetroot. Took the advice given about growing in an area not planted with brassicas for 4 years and perfect results. Definately on the list for next year.

Fantastic beetroot

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Reviewed 27th September 2016 by Mary Lloyd

Bought these seedlings this year as I've been hopeless at growing them from seed! Loved the different colours but the ones that did really well were the Bolthardy and we've had such lovely beetroot this year. The other two didn't do as well as the Bolthardy but will persevere and try again next year!

Delicious!

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Reviewed 22nd July 2016 by Deborah Mitchell

I bought some golden beetroot and stripey beetroot on holiday in France. Why our supermarkets don't stock these is a mystery?! Found these seedlings here and have been delighted with the results. All grew very well and are delicious! I peel, slice and eat raw in salads. Or roast or even juice! Only problem is my garden isn't bigger so I can grow more. Would definitely recommend!

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