D.T. Brown Beetroot Boltardy Seeds Grow your own vibrant, sweet beetroot with D.T. Brown Beetroot Boltardy Seeds. Renowned for its exceptional flavour and deep purple colour, Boltardy is a popular variety that is perfect for boiling, roasting, or pickling. Its resistance to bolting makes it an excellent choice for gardeners, ensuring a reliable harvest throughout the growing season. Key Features: Bolt-Resistant: Specially bred to resist premature bolting, ensuring a consistent harvest and reliable growth. Sweet and Tender: Offers a rich, sweet flavour with tender flesh, making it perfect for salads, sides, and juices. Easy to Grow: Suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners, thriving in a variety of soil types. Nutrient-Rich: Packed with vitamins and minerals, including folate, potassium, and antioxidants, beetroot is a healthy addition to your diet. Versatile Use: Enjoy fresh, roasted, boiled, or pickled, adding vibrant colour and flavour to your dishes. Amount: 250 Seeds in this pack How to Grow: Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. Plant seeds 1-2cm (½-1 inch) deep and space them 30cm (12 inches) apart in rows. Germination: Keep the soil consistently moist until germination occurs, usually within 7-14 days. Thinning: Once seedlings develop a few true leaves, thin them to the recommended spacing to ensure healthy growth and prevent overcrowding. Care: Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and apply a balanced fertiliser to support strong root development. Harvesting: Harvest beetroot when they reach the desired size, typically 5-10cm (2-4 inches) in diameter. Regular harvesting encourages continued growth. Enjoy the delicious flavour of D.T. Brown Beetroot Boltardy in your meals, bringing vibrant colour and nutritional benefits to your kitchen while experiencing the satisfaction of growing your own vegetables.
