{"product_id":"beet-white-albino","title":"Beet - White Albino","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is no surprise that these beets are truly sugar-sweet, like sugar from sugarcane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough not as common, the white beet is the perfect addition to a nice summer salad. This sweet beet is much cleaner and tastier than the common red beet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count: Approx. 100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow seeds outdoors in spring when soil is warm enough. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf starting indoors, sow seeds in peat pots and thin seedlings to one plant per pot once true leaves appear. When seedlings reach 2-3 inches in height, thin seedlings to 4-6 inches apart once they have a few true leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure well-drained soil with added compost for optimal growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture levels. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pull beets from the soil when they reach a desired size, typically when they are about golf ball-sized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some tips for growing albino beets:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant albino beet seeds in early spring or late summer. In warmer climates, you can plant them in pots from March to May. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbino beets grow best in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. They prefer well-drained, loose soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the seeds in water for two hours to soften them. Plant them 1 inch deep and 1 inch apart in rows that are 1–2 feet apart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater beets regularly to prevent the roots from becoming woody. Beets need about 1 inch of water per week. You can check if the soil is dry by sticking your finger in the soil near the plants. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThinning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin the seedlings to 2–3 inches apart when the roots start to expand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeets can be harvested when they reach a diameter of 1 inch, which is usually after about two months. For best taste, don't let beets grow larger than 3 inches in diameter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo save seeds, the beet plants must survive the winter. In warmer climates, you can mulch the plants. In cooler climates, you can dig up the roots and store them in a cool, humid location. Plant them again in early spring. Here are some tips for growing albino beets:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bear Mountain Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46450959745081,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/4182\/3545\/files\/Beet_-_White_Albino.webp?v=1788657094","url":"https:\/\/bearmountainseeds.com\/products\/beet-white-albino","provider":"Bear Mountain Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}