Crop Rotation Group
Chenopodiaceae (Beet family)
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Soil
Rich soil best but will grow in most places.
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Position
Sun or partial shade.
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Frost tolerant
Yes.
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Feeding
Not usually required.
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Companions
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Spacing
Single Plants: 35cm (1' 1") each way (minimum)
Rows: 30cm (11") with 40cm (1' 3") row gap (minimum)
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Sow and Plant
Sow direct into the ground in mid spring onwards.
Our Garden Planning Tool can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
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Notes
Keep well watered in dry seasons.
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Harvesting
Pull a few leaves from the outside of the plant regularly from mid summer onwards.
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Troubleshooting
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