Vegetables
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Annual/biennial crop
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Golden Beet
Beta vulgaris
About Plant: Golden Beet
A sweet golden-orange beet that stains less than red types and provides edible greens as well as roots.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular, even moisture
SoilLoose, stone-free, well-drained (6.0–7.0)
Spacing2–4 inches
Height6–18 inches tops
Time to Harvest55-70
Planting Depth1/4–1/2 inch
Germination Time3–14 days
Expert Growing Tips
Direct sow roots where they will grow, thin early, and keep moisture even for smooth tender roots.