Beetroot comes from the ancient region of Mesopotamia, which is modern day Iraq (mainly), Iran, Syria and Turkey. In the 19th century beetroot was mainly used as a medicine. But since then Beetroot has been used for an array of things. Beautifully red, beetroot is great for a making dips, perfect for salads, juices and pickling.

Beetroot is amazing as an ingredient of vegan burger patties too.

Beetroot Shot

Beetroot x 2

Ginger

Apple Juice - Optional

Add all of these to taste. Add more ginger if you like a hot shot, add more apple juice if you want to add more sweetness.

The Benefits

Beetroot is packed with essential nutrients and fibre, Vitamin C, B 9 are only a few of them.

Beetroot will also improve your blood flow, lower blood pressure, and also can improve athletic performance as one of the beetroot ingredients is responsible for producing energy in your cell.

Let’s Get Growing

INDOOR SOWING: Late February

OUTDOOR SOWING: Mid April - Late June

SOWING INDOORS:

Beetroot is very easy to grow…

Start in modular tray. Sow 2 seed 1 cm deep.

Transplant when seedlings are 4 cm high with 10 cm distance.

SOWING OUTDOORS:

Sow 3 seeds, 2 cm deep 30 cm apart in well drained soil. Water every 10-14 days depending on weather.