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Organic 'Touchstone' Yellow Beetroot

Name: Organic 'Touchstone' Yellow Beetroot
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Touchstone Gold Beet

Latin name Beta vulgaris ‘Touchstone’

Quantity per packet Approximately 100 seeds

Organic Touchstone Gold Beet produces tender, sweet roots that add striking color to both fresh and cooked dishes. Its rapid growth provides abundant harvests under a wide range of growing conditions.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameTouchstone Gold Beet

Latin nameBeta vulgaris ‘Touchstone’

FamilyAmaranthaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleBiennial

Quantity per packApproximately 100 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0009

Product
description

Organic Touchstone Gold Beet (Beta vulgaris ‘Touchstone’) is a bright organic variety prized for its round golden-yellow roots, tender texture, sweet flavor, and outstanding ornamental value. Its vivid color holds well after cooking, adding a distinctive touch to both garden harvests and plated dishes. The medium green edible foliage also brings elegance to edible borders and kitchen gardens. Productive and fast growing, it provides generous harvests about 55 days after sowing.

Sow Organic Touchstone Gold Beet directly in the garden from May through July in full sun to partial shade. It prefers loose, cool, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, enriched with mature compost to encourage uniform, flavorful roots. Cover seeds with 1 to 2 cm (0.4 to 0.8 in) of soil, keep moisture consistent until germination, then thin seedlings to about 15 cm (6 in) apart. Water regularly to prevent moisture stress, cracking, and fibrous roots.

In the garden, Organic Touchstone Gold Beet is perfect for vegetable gardens, raised beds, deep containers, and edible borders where productivity and color matter. It creates beautiful contrast with red or striped beets while adding diversity to family harvests. It pairs well with Garlic, while Pole Beans and Mustard are best grown elsewhere. Young leaves can also be harvested fresh or cooked. If a few plants are overwintered into their second year, their flowers attract beneficial insects.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodMay to July

Best time

May to July

Sowing depth1 to 2 cm (0.4 to 0.8 in)

Germination temperature10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F)

Germination time5 to 10 days

Propagation

Propagated by seed. Seeds germinate readily when the soil remains evenly moist and temperatures are favorable.

Growing
method

Direct sow from May through July in loose, cool, well-drained soil. Cover the seeds with 1 to 2 cm (0.4 to 0.8 in) of soil and maintain even moisture until germination. Choose a sunny to partially shaded location for vigorous growth and uniform roots. Thin seedlings after emergence to provide adequate spacing and water regularly throughout the growing season. Make successive sowings to extend harvests from early summer through autumn.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun to partial shade

Soil

Loose, cool, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Light, fertile soil promotes uniform root development and exceptional eating quality.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Keep the soil evenly moist to produce tender, uniform roots. Consistent watering helps reduce cracking and improves overall harvest quality.

Fertilization

Apply well-rotted compost before sowing to encourage vigorous growth and high-quality harvests. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes foliage growth rather than root development.

Care levelEasy

Keep the soil cool with regular watering to produce tender, uniform roots. Thin seedlings after emergence to improve root development and weed regularly to reduce competition. Harvest progressively as roots reach the desired size. Mulch helps conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperatures during hot weather.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

25 to 30 cm (10 to 12 in)

Organic Touchstone Gold Beet grows exceptionally well in deep containers, raised beds, or directly in the garden. A container at least 30 cm (12 in) deep allows the roots to develop evenly while producing generous harvests. Its brilliant golden roots add outstanding ornamental value to edible gardens. Regular watering encourages steady growth and tender texture.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its golden-yellow roots retain their brilliant color after cooking while offering an exceptionally sweet flavor. This variety stands out for both its visual appeal and outstanding culinary quality.

Garden use

Organic Touchstone Gold Beet is perfect for vegetable gardens, edible borders, raised beds, and ornamental kitchen gardens. Its bright golden roots create beautiful contrast with red and striped beet varieties while producing abundant harvests. Attractive foliage and colorful roots bring beauty and productivity to organic gardens throughout the growing season.

Bloom period

Flowering generally occurs during the second year if roots are overwintered. The flowers attract beneficial insects and help support biodiversity in the garden.

Flower colorYellowish green

Foliage colorMedium green

Harvest

Approximately 55 days after sowing

Fruiting

Not applicable

Wildlife appealBeneficial insects

Size
and facts

Height30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in)

Spread15 cm (6 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature-5°C (23°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Planting
partners

Good companions

Garlic

Avoid planting with

Pole Bean, Mustard

Recipe
and inspiration

Touchstone Gold Beet is prized for its sweet golden flesh, which retains its vibrant color after cooking. It is delicious in salads, steamed, roasted, or pickled. Its bright color adds originality and visual appeal to meals, while the young leaves can also be enjoyed fresh or cooked as leafy greens.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose Organic Touchstone Gold Beet? +

This variety produces beautiful golden-yellow roots with an exceptionally sweet flavor. Its vibrant color brightens both the vegetable garden and the dinner plate while delivering excellent culinary quality.

Can Touchstone Gold Beet be grown in containers? +

Yes. It grows very well in deep containers filled with fertile, well-drained soil, producing uniform roots even in limited spaces.

When should I harvest the roots? +

Harvest roots at medium to large size depending on your intended use. They remain tender, sweet, and flavorful even as they mature.

Are the leaves edible? +

Yes. Young leaves are delicious fresh in salads or lightly cooked like spinach, providing an additional harvest throughout the season.

Does this variety store well? +

Yes. The roots store very well in a cool, humid location and are also excellent for pickling and preserving.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.