Beetroot 'Boltardy Seeds

The roots of Beetroot 'Boltardy' are globe-shaped, exhibiting a deep red hue. Its foliage is also aesthetically pleasing, potentially enhancing the visual appeal of a garden.

The roots have a superb sweet flavour, perfect for roasting, pickling, and slicing into salads. Additionally, the baby leaves can be harvested throughout the season for salad use.

It produces good yields and grows to a height of 30-45cm with a spread of 15-25cm. The roots can be harvested from June to October, and continuous sowing from March to July ensures a steady supply.

Beetroot 'Boltardy' is classified as a Hardy Annual, indicating that it can withstand the outdoor conditions of the UK throughout the year and complete its life cycle within a single growing season.

Thrives in a full sun position, in fertile, well-drained soil that can be loamy, chalky, sandy, or clayey. It's adaptable to a range of soil pH from acidic to neutral to alkaline.

Known for its bolt-resistance, this variety is ideal for early sowings. It's a well-regarded variety with consistent performance in a variety of growing conditions.

Direct sow seeds outdoors from March to July in a weed-free, sunny spot. Sow thinly in shallow drills at a depth of 1cm and 30cm apart. Thin seedlings to 5 - 7cm apart within each row as they grow. Ensure the soil remains moist to prevent bolting and lift the roots once they reach 1" in diameter or more.