Difference between revisions of "Beetroot"
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Revision as of 08:39, 6 June 2012
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- ... scientists found that cyclists who drank a half-litre of beetroot juice several hours before setting off were able to ride up to 20 per cent longer than those who drank a placebo blackcurrant juice...
- soil pH 6-6.5 (a bit acid)
- The plant needs sun for the growth of the root, doesn't grow well in the shade
- Be careful to not damage the tab root as beetroot is very sensitive for this
- This plant is a cultivar from the wild sea beet, and can grow in soils that are a bit salty
- Soaking the seeds in water during one day before sowing can enhance germination
- Doesn't need much N (nitrogen), but likes a gift of K (potassium).
Gallery
Seeds of beetroot
These beetroot plants were sown ca. August and shown here in February. They were covered with straw before it began to freeze. I don't yet know if they will survive, but it looks like they will do.
See also
External links
- Beetroot Wikipedia
- Beetroots A Modern Herbal by Mrs M. Grieve
- Borscht "Borscht is a soup of Ukrainian origin that is popular in many Eastern and Central European countries. In most of these countries, it is made with beetroot as the main ingredient..." - Wikipedia
- Sea beet Wikipedia
