Chioggia Beet Seeds
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Chioggia Beet Seeds
The Chioggia beet, also known as the candy-striped beet, is a unique variety of beetroot that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family; it is renowned for its striking concentric rings of white and pink when sliced open. Originating from the coastal town of Chioggia in Italy, this beet offers a sweet and mild flavor, making it a versatile ingredient in both raw and cooked dishes. Its visual appeal and taste make it a favorite among chefs and home gardeners alike.
To grow Chioggia beets successfully, it is important to plant them in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5; they thrive in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. The seeds should be sown directly into the garden as soon as the soil is workable in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest. Space the seeds about 1 inch apart in rows that are 12-18 inches apart; thin the seedlings to 3-4 inches apart once they have grown to about 2 inches tall to give them room to develop properly.
Chioggia beets are not only visually appealing but also nutritious; they are rich in vitamins A and C, folate, manganese, and potassium. These beets can be used in a variety of dishes, such as salads, roasted vegetable medleys, and even pickled for a tangy treat. Incorporating Chioggia beets into your garden and kitchen can provide both aesthetic and nutritional benefits, making them a valuable addition to any gardener's or chef's repertoire.
- QTY: 100
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/2"
- Germination Temperature: 55-65
- Days to Germination: 5-7
- Row Spacing: 4"
- Plant Spacing: 3"
- 100' Row Yield: 45 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 56 days
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Beets will cross pollinate with other beet varieties as well as chard varieties. So with that in mind I would suggest only growing one kind of beet or chard since they require a distance of at least ¾ of a mile. Beets are biennial meaning they must be overwintered in order to produce seed the next year. Some gardeners pull the beets trim the leaves back to 2 inches over the bulb and overwinter them in a root cellar in either damp sawdust or sand. Some gardeners that enjoy warmer winters mulch them and hope they survive the winter temps. Once spring arrives replant them and wait for the seed. Once seed is dry collect and store.