Beetroot - Strip

Beetroot are pretty easy to grow, as long as you keep them growing well in good or reasonable soil. They are even delicious when eaten raw, boiled and then cooled for salads, and used in soups and stews. Baking them whole is the best way to keep their unique flavour.

For the best flavour, beetroot need to be grown quickly, picked when reasonably small and cooked fresh. The ornamental and colourful leaves look great in the garden - and, when young, can even be added to salads.

Cultivation
Beetroot prefer a position in full sun. They will grow in light shade, but avoid areas that get no direct sun at all.
Improve the soil by digging in well-rotted compost - avoid manures and other fresh soil improvers as they can lead to bolting (going to seed early) or the roots not developing correctly. Remove any large stones and any areas of compacted soil as these can affect good root development.