Beetroot

The sweet earthy bright purple root that adds a resplendent splash of colour to roasted root veg, gratins, soups, slaws and salads. Freshly picked beetroot is a world away from the vinegary pickled beetroots found in jars - give it a try, you may be surprised!

Beetroot prefers cool to warm climates. It needs at least 4 hours of full sun a day and grows best at the base of larger plants like capsicum and tomatoes or anywhere you have just grown leafy greens like lettuce and spinach. A little bit of shade won t hurt either.

It s best to harvest your beetroot while they are young, about 2–3 months after you plant them. Often called (baby beets), these will be juicier and sweeter. The larger they get, the tougher they are and you get less flavour.