D.T. Brown Silver Beet Fordhook Giant
Beta vulgaris - Silver Beet Fordhook Giant
$2.00
Item code:
5030075022398
This curly leafed green plant is a dual-purpose vegetable - the stalks are cooked and eaten as celery and the leaves harvested and eaten like spinach. Silverbeet is popular in Australian gardens because it's so easily grown and is a versatile addition to many dishes. It has a very long cropping period.
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Soil Requirements — Well drained soil |
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| Planting Advice | Prefers well-drained soil, leaving four or five centre stalks will promote quick re-growth, as will the application of liquid fertiliser every two weeks. Harvest approximately 8 to 12 weeks after sowing. |
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| Watering needs | Keep well-watered. |