Planting and care
How to grow beets
When to grow
Cool season · Annual
How to start
Direct seed
Mature size
Low tops; edible root below soil
Time to harvest
About 20–80 days depending crop
Feeding needs
Moderate feeder
Growth habit
Root Crop
Harvest and kitchen use
Fresh, roasted, pickled or cooked; some tops are edible depending crop
Nutrition and garden value
Fiber plus crop-specific vitamins/minerals
Excellent intensive raised-bed crop; efficient use of lower soil profile
Common challenges and troubleshooting
Poor germination, root forking or pests if soil is compacted