Albino Beet
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Albino Beet: Sweet Taste and Stain-Free Roots
Albino Beet (Beta vulgaris), offered by OSC Seeds
The 'Albino' beet is a unique heirloom variety featuring smooth, round, pure-white roots that won’t stain. Its sweet, tender flesh offers a distinctive flavor, and the vigorous, lush green tops are delicious when cooked like spinach. Ideal for pickling, the 'Albino' beet absorbs the color of the pickling solution, creating visually appealing dishes.
Spread: 7 to 10 cm after thinning
Plant height: Up to 30 cm (foliage)
Packet size: Approximately 70–80 seeds
Companion plants: Lettuce, onions, celery
Incompatible plants: Beans, tomatoes
How to Grow:
Beets thrive in sandy loam soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. Fertilize lightly before planting. Direct sow seeds 1.2 cm deep and 2.5 cm apart once the soil reaches 7°C. Sow every two weeks until mid-July for a continuous harvest. Thin seedlings to 7–10 cm to allow roots to fully develop; use thinnings as tender greens. Avoid overwatering to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of root size.
The 'Albino' beet is perfect for gardeners seeking a unique and productive crop, delivering sweet, stain-free roots and vibrant greens.
