Beetroot is a popular vegetable with cylindrical, crisp, firm, and sweet-tasting roots.
It is rich in vitamins A, C, E, B6, potassium, and other minerals that can boost body’s immunity.
So why not grow this delicious beetroot at home?
Ideal Growing Season:
Beetroot prefers cool weather, making it suitable for growing in winter, spring, and autumn in India.
Choosing Right Beetroot:
Selecting the right beetroot variety is Detroit Dark Red, Golden Beet,White Beetroot, and Chioggia..
Pot Sizes For Growing Beetroots:
Choose pots or grow bags with a depth of at least 6-12 inches for Beetroot.
Best Potting Soil:
Choosing the right potting soil for growing beetroot from seeds in pots.
Planting Beetroot Seeds:
Sow beetroot seeds directly in pots about 2-3 inches apart and 1/2 (0.5) inch deep in the soil.
Watering:
Keep the soil constantly moist, it is best to water beetroot plants once a week.
Light:
Beetroot thrives in 6-8 hours of full sunlight but it can tolerate partial shade.
Germination:
Beetroot seeds typically germinate in 1-2 weeks and the optimum germination temperature is 15-25°C.
Fertilizer:
Mix organic fertilizers like vermicompost, cow manure, or neem cake in the soil of a beetroot pot.