Did you know that beetroot roots reach up to four feet into the ground? This affects the choice of location. Find out everything you need to know about the right location for beetroot here.

The sunnier the better

Beets need sun

Beetroot draws strength from the sun and thrives best in full sun. However, the tubers also reach a satisfactory size in partial shade.

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Less sun, more nitrate

Beetroot is one of the high-nitrate vegetables. However, the nitrate content varies widely from 150 to more than 5000 mg nitrate per kilo of beetroot. Among other things, the nitrate content depends on the hours of sunshine. The less sun the beet gets, the higher the nitrate content.
In addition, an increased amount of nitrogen in the soil can increase the nitrate content. This must be taken into account when fertilizing and when selecting the plant neighbors. Nitrate inhibits the transport of oxygen in our blood and is therefore harmful to our health.

Loose, humus rich soil facilitates growth

Beetroot is one of the deep-rooters. It is best able to dig its roots deep into the soil when it is loose and permeable. It prefers humus-rich soil, but also thrives in slightly sandy soil.

How many nutrients does beetroot need?

Beetroot is a medium-feeder, which means it is not a particularly nutrient-hungry plant. Therefore, it is often planted as a successor to heavy feeders.

Combine beetroot cleverly

The right neighbors support healthy growth. Beets go particularly well with:

  • beans
  • dill
  • garden cress
  • strawberries
  • cucumbers
  • garlic and onions
  • cabbage and kohlrabi
  • coriander
  • zucchini
  • salad

Avoid planting with carrots, leeks or corn. An extensive list of good and bad neighbors can be found here.

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Vegetable garden