Chioggia

Beet Seeds

Name: Beet Seeds
Brand: Hasty Roots
Price: 2.99 USD
Availability:  InStock

Beet Seeds

50 Seeds

Chioggia beets, also known as candy cane or candy stripe beets, are prized for their stunning appearance and sweet flavor. With their vibrant pink and white striped flesh, they add a pop of color to salads and other dishes. Chioggia beets can be enjoyed raw, thinly sliced and added to salads for a visually striking presentation, or roasted to bring out their natural sweetness. They are also versatile enough to be pickled or used in soups and stews.

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Easy to Grow
Small Space Friendly
Container Friendly

Growing Beet Seeds

Germination Rate
6 to 12 days
Sun
Full Sun (6+ hours per day)
Plant Size
8 to 12 inches
Water Needs
Keep soil evenly moist
Seed Depth
1/2 inch deep
Container Size
Large Pot (12-24 inch)
Expect To Harvest
55 to 70 days
Zones
3-10
Plant Spacing
3 inches
Companion Plants
Cabbage, corn, lettuce, radish, onion, and beans
Pest
Aphids, leafhoppers, and sugar ants.
Culinary Uses
Side dishes, soups and stews.
Growing Season
Spring and Fall
Start Planting Indoors
6 to 8 weeks before the last frost
Start Planting Outdoors
3 to 4 weeks before the last frost

Growing Instructions

Starting your seeds

You can start beet seeds indoors using a heat mat for better germination. Once the seedlings sprout and grow a few sets of leaves, move them outdoors. Keep the soil moist and provide 6–8 hours of sunlight daily. When direct sowing beet seeds, plant them about 1/2 inch deep in well-drained soil. Space them 12–24 inches apart to allow for proper root development and healthy growth.

Harvesting your seeds

When harvesting beets, gently loosen the soil around the base of the plants and carefully lift the roots from the ground, grabbing the leafs near the top. Rinse off excess soil and trim the tops, leaving about an inch of stem attached to the beet. Store beets in a cool, humid environment to maintain freshness.