Climate and soil requirements: Beetroot grows best in cool and moist conditions. The ideal temperature range for growing beetroot is between 18°C to 24°C. They prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
Seed sowing: Sow beetroot seeds directly in the soil or in a seed tray. The seeds should be sown 1-2 cm deep and spaced 5-7 cm apart. Once the seedlings have grown to a height of 5-7 cm, thin them to one plant per pot or hole.
Sunlight and watering: Beetroot requires full sunlight for at least 6-8 hours a day. Water the plants regularly, especially during the early growth stages. Make sure the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilization: Beetroot plants require regular fertilization to produce healthy roots. Apply organic manure or compost at the time of planting and every month thereafter. You can also use chemical fertilizers as per the instructions on the packet.
Mulching: Mulching the soil around the beetroot plants helps retain moisture and suppresses weed growth.
Pest and disease control: Beetroot is susceptible to pests like leaf miners and diseases like powdery mildew. Use organic pesticides to control these pests and diseases.
Thinning: Thin the plants regularly to ensure each plant has enough space to grow. Beetroot plants should be thinned to about 10-15 cm apart.
Harvesting: Beetroot takes about 60-80 days to mature. The roots are ready for harvesting when they are about 3-5 cm in diameter. Gently pull the beetroot out of the soil or use a garden fork to loosen the soil around the roots.
In grow bags, the process is similar to growing in a home garden. Make sure the grow bags have good drainage and provide enough depth for the roots to grow. The same soil, sunlight, and watering requirements apply, but you may need to water more frequently as the soil in grow bags can dry out quickly.
Seed sowing: Sow beetroot seeds directly in the soil or in a seed tray. The seeds should be sown 1-2 cm deep and spaced 5-7 cm apart. Once the seedlings have grown to a height of 5-7 cm, thin them to one plant per pot or hole.
Sunlight and watering: Beetroot requires full sunlight for at least 6-8 hours a day. Water the plants regularly, especially during the early growth stages. Make sure the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilization: Beetroot plants require regular fertilization to produce healthy roots. Apply organic manure or compost at the time of planting and every month thereafter. You can also use chemical fertilizers as per the instructions on the packet.
Mulching: Mulching the soil around the beetroot plants helps retain moisture and suppresses weed growth.
Pest and disease control: Beetroot is susceptible to pests like leaf miners and diseases like powdery mildew. Use organic pesticides to control these pests and diseases.
Thinning: Thin the plants regularly to ensure each plant has enough space to grow. Beetroot plants should be thinned to about 10-15 cm apart.
Harvesting: Beetroot takes about 60-80 days to mature. The roots are ready for harvesting when they are about 3-5 cm in diameter. Gently pull the beetroot out of the soil or use a garden fork to loosen the soil around the roots.
In grow bags, the process is similar to growing in a home garden. Make sure the grow bags have good drainage and provide enough depth for the roots to grow. The same soil, sunlight, and watering requirements apply, but you may need to water more frequently as the soil in grow bags can dry out quickly.