Beta vulgaris var. vulgaris 'Boltardy'

Boltardy is a popular variety of beetroot. It can be sown early in the year through to mid summer for successional crops and is slow to run to seed.

Sowing
Sow seeds thinly, about 2cm (1in) apart, in pre-watered shallow rows and cover with a little soil. Allow about 30cm (12in) between rows. As seedlings develop, thin them to about 10cm (4in) apart.

Aftercare
Keep soil moist at all times to prevent roots becoming dry and woody.

Harvest
July-October. Twist the tops off the roots rather than cutting them to prevent 'bleeding'.