Beetroot Seeds (WINTER) چقندر

Approx 100-120 seeds in the pack

Beetroot (چقندر) is a nutritious, easy-to-grow root vegetable known for its deep red-purple color and sweet, earthy flavor. Both the roots and leaves are edible — the roots are used in salads, juices, and curries, while the leaves make a healthy green addition to your meals.

This variety produces smooth, round roots with tender flesh, ideal for home gardeners and kitchen gardens. Beetroot is rich in iron, folate, and antioxidants, helping improve blood health and stamina.

Growing Instructions:

1. Soil:
Light, fertile, and well-drained loamy soil. Ideal pH: 6.0–7.5. Avoid heavy clay soils.

2. Sowing Time (Pakistan):
Best grown from October to February in cool weather.

3. Sowing Method:

• Sow seeds ½ inch deep directly into moist soil.

• Keep 3–4 inches between plants and 10–12 inches between rows.

• Thin seedlings once they reach 3 inches tall.

4. Watering:
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

5. Sunlight:
Requires full sunlight for healthy root development.

6. Germination Time:
Seeds germinate in 7–10 days.

7. Harvesting:

• Roots ready for harvest in 50–60 days after sowing.

• Harvest when roots are 2–3 inches wide for best flavor and texture.

Features & Benefits:

• Easy to grow and nutrient-rich vegetable

• Produces smooth, dark red roots

• Both leaves and roots edible

• Excellent source of iron, folate, and fiber

• Perfect for home gardens and kitchen use