Beetroot seeds

Every beet seed is in fact a group of 2-6 seeds, making thinning an essential step for proper root growth. Beets germinate better at soil temperatures between 50-85 degrees Fahrenheit (10-29 degrees Celsius), with an ideal appearance at 75-82 degrees Fahrenheit (24-28 degrees Celsius). Plant beet seeds at a depth of half an inch (1.3 cm) and thin the seedlings to a distance of 3-4 inches (7.5-10 cm) between them when they reach a height of 2 inches (5 cm). Consistent humidity is necessary because fluctuations cause root cracking, woody texture, and reduced yield. Harvest beets when they reach a diameter of 1-3 inches (2.5-7.5 cm), usually after 50-80 days from planting, and store them at 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius) with 95 percent humidity.