Beetroot is one of the healthiest plant foods today. This vegetable is characterized by its high sugar and fructose content. In addition, it contains fiber, which is very important for the human body, pectins and polysaccharides. Nevertheless, the use of this product in the modern world is widespread. It is used to prepare a variety of recipes - in soups, salads and even eaten as a simple snack.
Many people, however, are also dedicated to growing this vegetable. Table beets (beetroot) are grown by many gardeners, so it is always important to choose the right variety. This can be done through a specialist online shop, where there is a wide range of seeds on offer. But how to do it? Few people know the correct procedure. In fact, it is important to follow a special regimen that involves planting seeds in the soil at certain times of the year and other factors. When planting, for example, it is important that the soil is at a positive temperature.
How to plant beetroot properly?
Unlike other edible root crops, beetroot contains a large amount of trace elements and minerals. Flowers such as dahlias, daisies, ferns and the like can also be planted near it. The black soil will easily support the growth of this mineral-rich vegetable. But let's take this in a nice orderly fashion. When planting beetroot, it is important to know the following:
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- Soil. The best choice is a neutral peat-enriched soil with light mechanical structure. It should be loose enough to sow seeds in.
- Planting. Table beet seed is sown in a broad-row manner. The spacing between the rows should be large enough - 45 to 60 cm. If the seed is sown in a strip method, a scheme of 20 × 50 cm is recommended.
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- Soil. The best choice is a neutral peat-enriched soil with light mechanical structure. It should be loose enough to sow seeds in.
- Planting. Table beet seed is sown in a broad-row manner. The distance between the rows should be large enough - 45 to 60 cm. If the seeds are sown in a strip method, a scheme of 20 × 50 cm is recommended.
- Temperature. Beetroot is a thermophilic plant, so it is important that the temperature does not drop below 5 °C at the time of sowing the seeds. When sowing, care should be taken to ensure that the temperature does not drop below 5 °C. The first shoots will appear approximately 24-25 days after sowing.
- Humidity. Lack of moisture can negatively affect the growth and development of the plant.
- Soil treatment. It is best to treat the soil before sowing the seeds. It is recommended to add compost, manure and also fertilizers containing potassium, nitrogen and phosphorus. Herbicides are rarely used for this purpose.
- Sowing. It takes place in two stages. The first phase should follow immediately after sowing of early cereals, while the second sowing is carried out with the arrival of warm weather. This procedure prevents premature flowering of the root system.
- Care for plants. Mass sprouting of shoots will begin approximately 7-11 days after sowing. At this time, when the seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, pruning should be done.To achieve a high yield of beetroot, it is essential to ensure proper care, monitor soil moisture, maintain optimum temperature and timely treatments. When these conditions are met, you can expect excellent results.
