🥬 Beetroot, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Beetroot in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Thin seedlings early. The thinnings are great in salads.
Growing Requirements
Sow
February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Days to Harvest
65
Spacing
10 cm
Sun
Full sun (6+ hours)
Sowing Depth
1.5 cm
Height
20-40 cm
Germination Temp
10-25°C
Soil pH
6-7.5
Frost Tolerance
Half hardy (light frost)
Season
Cool season (Apr-Sep)
Difficulty
Beginner
Container
Yes (30cm+ deep)
Good Companions (Friends)
Keep Apart (Enemies)
✗ Climbing beans
Kitchen Uses
- Roasted and added to salads
- Pickled in vinegar for sandwiches
- Blended into dips with feta
- Grated raw into slaws
Health Benefits
- Contains betalains, powerful antioxidants
- Supports heart and blood pressure
- Rich in folate for cell division
- Good source of manganese and fibre
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Leaf miner
Common Diseases
- Cercospora leaf spot
Storage
Fridge without tops, 2 to 3 weeks. Tops used within 3 days
Value
Saves ~$3-5/week, supermarket bunches are expensive for what you get
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When should I plant Beetroot in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Beetroot can be sown in February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Thin seedlings early. The thinnings are great in salads.
What are good companion plants for Beetroot?
Good companions for Beetroot in SEQ include Lettuce, Onion, Brassicas, Silverbeet. Avoid planting near Climbing beans.