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Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris

Red beet

Common names: Red turnip, Rande

Red beet

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Description

Red beet is a nutrient-rich root vegetable with an earthy‑sweet flavor. It can be stored and cooked, making it ideal for long‑term preservation.

Care instructions

Plant in a sunny location in loose soil. Sow directly in the bed, spacing plants about 10 cm apart. Keep the soil evenly moist; if it dries out, the roots become woody.

Companion planting

Varieties

5 varieties

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