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

• Duration of the crop cycle under optimal growing conditions

• Optimal storage conditions