{"product_id":"ga-betterave-chioggia-guardsmark-bio","title":"Organic 'Chioggia Guardsmark' beetroot","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"339\"\u003e Organic 'Chioggia Guardsmark' beetroot (Beta vulgaris) from the seed company Gaia, a sweet heritage variety with well-defined red and white rings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"817\"\u003eThe 'Chioggia Guardsmark' beetroot develops \u003cstrong data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"434\"\u003evigorous plants with medium green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e , borne on \u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eslightly reddish petioles\u003c\/strong\u003e , exhibiting regular and well-balanced growth. The roots are \u003cstrong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eround and uniform\u003c\/strong\u003e , revealing \u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"660\"\u003esuperb, very distinct and decorative concentric red and white stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e when cut. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"720\"\u003etender and juicy flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"747\"\u003emild flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e , less earthy than that of many conventional red beets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eGuardsmark\u003c\/strong\u003e selection has been improved to produce \u003cstrong data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"910\"\u003emore uniform roots\u003c\/strong\u003e than traditional Chioggia, while retaining its distinctive appearance. It also boasts \u003cstrong data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eexcellent bolting resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e , allowing for more flexible sowing in spring and autumn. Versatile, it can be harvested young for its delicate flavor or allowed to mature for meatier roots. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eleaves are edible\u003c\/strong\u003e , adding further value to the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lettuce, Alliums, Bush beans, Brassicaceae (except mustard), Radish, Marigold, Catnip\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eNefarious plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pole beans, Mustard family\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eSpread\/Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, compact\u003cbr data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 to 35 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improved heirloom Chioggia variety, very uniform roots, pronounced red and white stripes, high resistance to bolting, edible leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender, soft, slightly sweet flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Down to -7°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e12 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e to promote even germination. Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003edirectly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e once all risk of frost has passed, at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003ea depth of 1.2 to 2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eloose, deep, and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e . For autumn sowings, sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks before the first frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003e5 to 10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2431\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e30 to 60 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eBeetroot prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003epartial sun (level 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003emoderate watering (level 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Regular moisture promotes tender, well-formed roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003e Harvest \u003cstrong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eas needed\u003c\/strong\u003e , at the desired size, generally around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003e60 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e , but earlier is possible for young beets. For storage, cut the leaves about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003e2.5 cm above the root\u003c\/strong\u003e , then store at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003e0°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003ehumidity of about 95%\u003c\/strong\u003e , in containers or bags that maintain humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3045\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3047\" data-end=\"3223\"\u003e • Raw beetroot slices for decoration \u003cbr data-start=\"3089\" data-end=\"3092\"\u003e• Gentle cooking to preserve the rings\u003cbr data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3137\"\u003e • Roasted or boiled\u003cbr data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003e • Warm or cold salads\u003cbr data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003e • Sautéed leaves or in soup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3481\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e The ' \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChioggia Guardsmark'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e beetroot combines \u003cstrong data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003evisual appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003enatural sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3336\"\u003ereliable cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a refined and consistent version of the classic Chioggia. 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