Beet root (Beta vulgaris)
- Beetroot is essentially a cool season crop but it can be grown in a moderately warm climate as it attains best colour, texture and quality in a cool weather condition
- A temperature range of 18-21°C is considered as ideal for obtaining good quality roots, rich in sugar with intense red colour.
- When temperature goes below 10°C, bolting starts before the beets attain marketable size
- Well drained sandy loam soils are best suited for the crop. A pH range of 6-7 is considered as best for getting optimum yield
- Beet root can be grown in high ranges from August to January
