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Beta vulgaris craca Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in sun or light shade in moist soils but prefers a rich well-drained light neutral to alkaline soil[33, 37]. Does best in a pH between 6 and 6.8[200]. Tolerates a pH in the range 4.8 to 8.3. Plants are generally hardy in Britain and can be left outdoors in the soil in most winters, though prolonged cold weather or severe winters can damage the roots. If the plants are exposed to prolonged temperatures below -10°c they will quickly run to seed[200]. This also applies to the young plants of most beetroot varieties if they are sown in early spring, there are however come varieties, such as 'Bolthardy', that are more resistant to this[200]. The beetroot is widely cultivated, especially in temperate zones, for its edible root, there are many named varieties and the roots can be available all year round from successional sowings. A good companion for dwarf beans, onions and kohl rabi[18, 201]. Its growth is inhibited by runner beans, charlock and field mustard[18, 201]. For further Beta vulgaris craca gardening information |
