Beta vulgaris var. vulgaris 'Alto'
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| Alto | ||||
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| Scientific Classification | ||||
| Species: | Beta vulgaris ssp. vulgaris var. vulgaris | |||
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| Plant Data | |
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| Min germination temp: | 13°C (55°F) |
| Max germination temp: | 24° (75°F) |
| Germination time: | 13 days |
| Time to harvesting: | +50 days |
| Mature height: | 35cm (14in) |
| Mature spread: | 20cm (8in) |
| Soil type: | Loam |
| Ideal pH range: | 6.5 - 7.0 |
| Sow depth: | 1cm (½in) |
| Sow row spacing: | 30cm (12in) |
| Growing plant spacing: | 5cm (2in)* 7cm (3in)** |
| * For baby beets ** Fuller cylindrical roots | |
| References: | [1] |
Alto is a cylindrical variety of beetroot. It has uniform, straight roots which have a smooth rich red skin and flesh colour, free from rings making them easy to prepare. Roots stand proud above the soil, but can be earthed up, and remain in good condition for long periods. Alto is an easy to grow, space saving variety.[1]
Planner[edit | edit source]
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Growing[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Beetroot - Growing
Sowing[edit | edit source]
Sow seeds March to July. Sow seeds thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Prefers well drained, moist, rich soil.[1]
Thinning[edit | edit source]
Thin seedlings to 5cm (2in) apart for 'baby beets' when large enough to handle, or 7cm (3in) for larger, heavier cylindrical roots.[1]
Harvest[edit | edit source]
July-October. Twist the tops off the roots rather than cutting them to prevent 'bleeding'.[2]
Troubles[edit | edit source]
- Full troubles list: Beet troubles
References[edit | edit source]
| Beetroot varieties |
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| Beetroot | Alto · Boltardy · Choggia · Monorubra · Red ace |
- ↑ a b c d Beetroot: Alto F1 Hybrid (Seeds). Thompson & Morgan. Retrieved: 2010-09-11.
- ↑ (2010). Beetroot Boltardy - Seed Packet. Unwins. Cambs.
