Mr Fothergills - Beetroot Seeds - Crosbys Egyptian

Mr Fothergills Beetroot Seeds - Crosbys Egyptian Variety

An American heirloom, Crosbys Egyptian is an early multigerm beetroot variety with resistance to bolting. Sow these seeds for round flattened roots with an excellent flavour & texture. Roots can be lifted young as baby beets or left to mature for larger beets.

Sow outdoors between March-July & they will typically be ready to harvest between June-October.

Key Information:

• Avg. 275 seeds per pack
• Bolt-resistant American heirloom variety
• Flattened rounded roots
• Great flavour & texture
• Good source of vitamin C

Advice & Tips:

• Sow thinly outdoors where they will crop, allowing 30cm between rows
• Seedlings usually appear in 7-21 days
• Thin seedlings to 10cm apart
• Water well until established
• Sow every 3 weeks to ensure a continuous supply of young beets
• Harvested roots can be stored in dry sand for winter use
• Twisting off the leaves will prevent bleeding
• Young leaves are edible & can be cooked like spinach

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