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Beetroot good for you

by Sarah - August 7th, 2009.
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Beetroot boost stamina a new report has found – Beetroot boosts stamina story on the bbc news

If you’d like to grow some it’s very simple – Beetroot seeds on Thompson and Morgan
Sowing Instructions for beetroot
Sow seeds March to July. Sow seeds thinly, 1cm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart. Prefers well drained, moist, rich soil.
Growing Instructions for beetroot
Thin seedlings to 5cm (2in) apart for ‘baby beets’ when large enough to handle, or 7cm (3in) for larger, heavier cylindrical roots.
Harvesting beetroots
Beets can be stored by lifting the remaining roots; twisting off the tops and storing in boxes of slightly damp sand in a frost-free shed or garage.

Beetroot seeds at Thompson and Morgan
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