Beetroot Seeds

Looking to buy beetroot seeds? At Dutch Garden Seeds, you’ll find a wide selection of beetroot seeds for a colourful and delicious harvest from your own garden.

From classic red beetroot varieties and organic beetroot seeds to special Chioggia beetroot seeds, there’s plenty of choice for every vegetable gardener. Order your beetroot seeds from our online shop today, or read on to learn more about this versatile vegetable.

Why are beetroot seeds so popular in vegetable gardens?

Beetroot has been a favourite with vegetable gardeners for many years because it is easy to grow and requires relatively little maintenance. Even beginners often achieve good results, whether growing beetroot in open ground, deep pots or containers. The plants grow vigorously and provide a reliable harvest from summer into autumn. Beetroot is also versatile: it can be eaten raw, boiled or roasted, or added to soups.

Which beetroot varieties are best suited to your garden?

At Dutch Garden Seeds, you’ll find a wide range of seeds from different beetroot varieties. Choose from seeds for classic red beetroot, Chioggia beetroot with its beautiful red and white rings, or yellow and white beetroot for a surprising harvest. Long varieties, such as Cylindra, are also popular thanks to their mild flavour and uniform slices, which make them easy to use in the kitchen. By combining several varieties, you can make your vegetable garden even more colourful and diverse.

What are the benefits of growing your own beetroot?

Beetroot, also known as beets, is nutritious and full of flavour. Homegrown beetroot often has a richer taste than shop-bought beetroot. It contains vitamins, fibre and folate. Its deep colour comes from betanin, a natural pigment also used in the food industry. Be careful: the colour can stain your hands, chopping board and clothes.

• Easy to grow, even for beginners.
• The leaves are also edible.
• Suitable for open ground, raised beds and deep pots.
• A long sowing period (April to June) and different varieties let you spread your harvest over a longer period.

What should you consider when planting beetroot seeds?

Beetroot grows best in loose soil with sufficient moisture throughout the growing season. Sow beetroot seeds directly into the ground in a sunny spot in your garden. Make sure young plants have enough space to allow the roots to develop properly. Regular watering helps prevent the beetroot from becoming hard or dry by harvest time.

Need some help? Read our blog: how to grow beetroot  and learn how to grow perfect beetroot in your own garden!

Why do so many gardeners choose Chioggia beetroot seeds?

Chioggia beetroot, also known as candy stripe beetroot, stands out for its red and white rings on the inside. These colourful beetroots are popular with home gardeners who enjoy creative dishes. The mild, slightly sweeter flavour makes them very well suited to salads, carpaccio or roasted vegetables. To keep the rings, eat them raw or cook them briefly, as the colour fades with longer cooking.

Buy beetroot seeds at Dutch Garden Seeds

Looking to buy beetroot seeds for your vegetable garden, balcony or allotment? At Dutch Garden Seeds you’ll find a choice of beetroot varieties, including special types, for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. Our beetroot seeds are carefully packed so you can get off to a good start with fresh seed. Order easily online and enjoy fresh beetroot from your own garden soon. Got questions? Feel free to contact  our customer service.

Frequently asked questions

Why do several beetroot seedlings grow from one seed?
Many beetroot varieties produce seed clusters containing several seeds. Carefully snip off the surplus seedlings and follow the spacing given on the packet. With single-seed (monogerm) varieties this is usually not necessary.

When is beetroot ready to harvest?
Beetroot is usually ready about 8 to 12 weeks after sowing. Harvest round beetroot when they are the size of a golf ball to a tennis ball. Long varieties such as Cylindra are harvested at the length given on the seed packet. You can also harvest beetroot young and small, when it is extra tender. Lift the largest roots first so the rest can keep growing. Harvest all your beetroot before the first hard frost.

Can you eat beetroot leaves?
Yes, young beetroot leaves are delicious in salads. Larger leaves can be stir-fried or cooked like spinach. While the plants are growing, pick only a few of the outer leaves so the root can keep growing.

How do you store beetroot after harvesting?
To store beetroot, remove the leaves but leave a short piece of stalk on. Store undamaged beetroot somewhere cool, dark and frost-free, and prevent it from drying out, for example in a box of damp sand. In the fridge it keeps for a few weeks. Check it regularly and remove any soft or rotting roots.

Can you grow beetroot after spinach or chard?
It’s better to choose a different bed. Beetroot, spinach and chard are related, so include them together in your crop rotation to reduce the risk of soil-borne diseases.

Why are my beetroot not getting bigger?
The most common causes are not thinning out enough, too little sun, uneven watering and too much nitrogen (which mainly produces leaves). Give them space, a sunny spot and steady moisture. Expect to harvest about 8 to 12 weeks after sowing.

Can you grow beetroot in pots or containers?
Yes, choose a pot or container at least 25 cm deep and a round variety. Thin out here too and water regularly, because potting compost dries out faster.