Description
Beetroot, also known as Chukandar, is a cool-season root vegetable packed with essential nutrients like vitamins A, C, E, B6, potassium, and iron. Known for boosting immunity and supporting heart health, beetroot is rich in antioxidants and promotes glowing skin. This versatile vegetable is easy to grow in pots or containers, making it a perfect addition to your home garden.
About This Item
- Seed Quantity: 150 seeds
- Growing Season: Spring, Winter, or Fall
- Best for Growing: Balcony or terrace garden
- Sowing Method: Direct sowing (1–1.5 cm deep) in pots or containers
- Germination Time: 6–14 days
- Germination Temperature: 15–25°C
- Harvesting Time: 50–80 days
- Plant Vigor: Strong-rooted plant
Recommended Grow Bag Sizes
- 24 x 6 (W x H)
- 18 x 6 (W x H)
- 24 x 9 (W x H)
- 24 x 12 (W x H)
Beetroot Growing Season in India
Beetroot thrives in cool weather, making early spring, winter, and fall ideal seasons for planting. The best months to sow beetroot seeds in India are from September to February.
How to Grow Beetroot in Pots
Beetroot seeds should be sown directly in pots or grow bags, as transplanting can hinder root development. Use containers with good drainage (45–60 cm wide and 15–30 cm deep). Sow seeds at a depth of 1–1.5 cm and space them 5–8 cm apart. Keep the soil moist and place the container in a sunny spot. Seeds germinate in 6–14 days under optimal conditions.
Beetroot Plant Care Tips
- Soil: Use well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.5–7.5.
- Sunlight: Requires 6–8 hours of sunlight but can grow in partial shade.
- Temperature: Ideal temperature is 10–30°C.
- Watering: Water weekly or when the soil feels dry.
- Fertilizer: Enrich the soil with organic matter like vermicompost or neem cake. Avoid excess nitrogen. Use water-soluble fertilizers every two weeks.
- Pests & Diseases: Protect against pests like flea beetles and cucumber mosaic virus with neem oil.
Beetroot Harvest Time
Beetroot is ready to harvest within 50–80 days. Harvest roots when they are golf ball-sized or larger. Greens can be harvested anytime and used in salads or cooked dishes.
Special Features
- Common Names: Chukandar, Garden Beet, Beet
- Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
- Height: 30–45 cm
- Companion Plants: Bush beans, onions
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