Tondo di Chioggia
Variety
Approved Data
4.0
(2)
Seeds
Available
Rote Bete Tondo di Chioggia | BIO Rote Beetesamen von Bingenheimer Saatgut
2,90 €
Sowing
Harvest
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Beet "Tondo (or Tonda) di Chioggia" is an Italian specialty with a long tradition. A fast-growing, high-yielding variety that stores well and also grows easily in our gardens. Characteristic is the bright light red color with white rings inside. About 6 cm in diameter. Tondo di Choggia are tender and unobtrusive, have a sweet and less earthy taste than normal beet can be eaten raw or cooked. The leaves can also be eaten raw or cooked (like chard). The variety is very storable.
Non hybrid
Not frost resistant
Requires loose soil and plenty of moisture, but does not want to be too wet. From germination to harvest is about 60 days. The soil should be moderately fertilized. Separate after emergence.
Light requirement
Semi-shaded
Water requirement
Wet
Soil
Medium (loamy)
Nutrient requirement
Medium
Seeding distance
15 cm
Row spacing
30 cm
Seeding depth
2 cm
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