Beetroot Seeds
Beta vulgaris
How to grow Beetroot from seed — sowing depth, method, germination and the best season to sow.
Sowing at a glance
- Difficulty: beginner
- Sowing depth: 15 mm
- Method: Direct sow where it is to grow
- Pre-treatment: Soak seed before sowing
- Germination: 7-14 days
- Days to harvest: 55-80 days
- Best sown in: autumn, winter, spring
- Seed storage life: 4 years
- Packet: approx. 100 seeds
When to sow by region
| Region | Sow in |
|---|---|
| sydney | autumn, winter, spring |
| melbourne | spring, autumn |
| brisbane | autumn, winter |
| perth | autumn, winter |
| canberra | spring, autumn |
Sowing steps
- Prepare the seed first (soak before sowing).
- Prepare a weed-free, finely raked bed where the plants are to grow.
- Sow about 15 mm deep and water in gently.
- Keep evenly moist and warm; expect germination in 7-14 days.