A sweet, mild beetroot with glowing golden-orange flesh that does not bleed when cut. Gentle in flavour and beautiful roasted, with edible golden-veined leaves.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 30 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Beetroot 'Golden'
Botanically, Beta vulgaris 'Golden' is an moderate-growing edible plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It reaches around 30 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Beetroot 'Golden'
Beetroot 'Golden' suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Beetroot 'Golden' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Beetroot 'Golden' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Beetroot 'Golden' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Beetroot 'Golden' in the garden
Beetroot 'Golden' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Beetroot 'Golden' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Beetroot 'Golden'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Beetroot 'Golden' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.