Bietola Da Orto Tonda Di Chioggia Seed

 

Beta vulgaris ‘Tonda di Chioggia’ is a traditional Italian beetroot variety producing round roots with striking concentric rings of pink and white.

 

Known as the “Candy Stripe Beet,” it is prized for its sweet flavour, tender texture, and ornamental appeal.

 

The roots are medium-sized, smooth-skinned, and excellent for slicing, roasting, or eating raw in salads. A heritage variety from Chioggia, Italy, it combines culinary quality with visual charm.

 

Perfect for sunny beds, borders, and vegetable plots. Plants are vigorous and reliable, yielding uniform roots through summer and autumn.

 

Excellent for gardeners seeking a distinctive beetroot with both flavour and appearance.

 

Seed Qty Approx 8 grams

 

Sow March to July directly outdoors in prepared soil.

Germination 10 to 14 days in warm, steady conditions.

Soil and Position Fertile, well-drained soil; loam or sandy soils enriched with organic matter. Plant in full sun.

Height Approx 25 to 30 cm foliage; upright habit.

Harvest June to October; roots mature in 60–70 days.

 

Sowing instructions

Sow seeds thinly in drills 2 cm deep, spacing rows 30 cm apart. Thin seedlings to 10 cm apart once established. Keep soil moist to encourage tender growth. Successional sowings every few weeks will extend the harvest period. Roots are best harvested young for sweetness and tenderness.

 

Grow and maintenance

Plant in full sun in fertile, free draining soil. Water regularly during dry spells to support root development. Weed carefully to avoid disturbing shallow roots. Harvest roots when medium-sized for best flavour. Leaves can also be eaten young as salad greens. Store harvested roots in a cool, dry place.

 

Uses and benefits

Perfect for roasting, slicing, salads, and traditional Italian dishes. The distinctive pink-and-white rings add visual appeal to meals. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, Chioggia beetroot offers both nutritional and culinary value. Part of the Franchi Sementi range, known for traditional Italian seed excellence.

 

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