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Beetroot

(Beta vulgaris)

 

  • Type of vegetable : underground organs
  • Optimum growth pH range: 6.7-7.5
  • Optimal growth temperature range : 18-25°C
  • Organic matter requirements : moderately demanding plant
  • Rooting : medium (90 to 120 cm)
  • Special requirements : high temperatures and long days promote flowering; growth and coloration slowed if the temperature is >25°C. Difficult in Mayotte.
  • Seed characteristics

 

  • Number of seeds per gram : 50 - 60
  • Nursery : No
  • Sowing depth : 10 - 15 mm
  • Line spacing : 30 - 60 cm
  • Interplant : 5 - 10 cm
  • Notes :

 

  • Seed germination time
10°C 15°C 20°C 25°C 30°C
14 days 9 d 6 d 5 d 6 d

 

  • Duration of the crop cycle under optimal growing conditions
Nursery Field

Pollination at commercial maturity

- 90-120 d -

 

  • Optimal storage conditions
Temperatures Relative humidity Average shelf life
0°C 98-100% 4 months
Last change : 07/21/22