The Beta vulgaris 'Avalanche', commonly known as beetroot or red beet, is a high-yielding, early-ripening variety. Its deep red, round roots make it perfect for fresh consumption, cooking, baking, or juicing. The Avalanche beet is winter-hardy, disease-resistant, and consistently high-yielding, making it ideal for both home gardeners and commercial growers.
The Avalanche beet is distinguished by its fast-growing and uniform roots. It ripens early, meaning you can harvest within 8–10 weeks of sowing. The compact, round beets have a deep red color and a sweet, earthy flavor, making them versatile in the kitchen.
Key Features:
🌿 Type: Round beetroot
⚡ Early maturing: can be harvested 8–10 weeks after sowing
🌱 Sowing depth: 1–2 cm
🌞 Location: full sun
🌸 Height of foliage: 25–30 cm
❄️ Winter hardy: suitable for late harvest or for cool seasons
Sow: Directly in the ground or in containers, spacing the seeds 5–10 cm apart.
Soil: Nutritious, well-drained, and slightly moist; avoid wet or very heavy clay soil.
Watering: Regular, especially during dry spells; consistent moisture promotes even growth.
Fertilization: A light spring application of compost or organic fertilizer promotes root development.
Care: Thin the seedlings so each beet has enough room to grow.
The Beta vulgaris Avalanche can be harvested as young beets for a mild flavor, or later as mature roots for juicing, cooking, or pickling. The leaves are also edible and can be used like fresh spinach or in salads.
Harvest tips:
Carefully dig out the beet to avoid damage.
For long-term storage: Store in a cool, dark and moist environment.
✅ Early maturing and productive – quick harvest and consistent yield
✅ Deep red, round roots – uniform and attractive
✅ Versatile in the kitchen – cooking, baking, juicing or raw
✅ Winter hardy and robust – resistant to cold and diseases
✅ Edible leaves – additional nutritional value and uses
✅ Suitable for hobby gardens and professional cultivation
With the Avalanche beetroot you bring a classic, versatile and reliable vegetable into your garden or grow box.
Latin name: Beta vulgaris 'Avalanche'
Type: Round beetroot
Flower color: Inconspicuous; grown for carrots
Height: 25–30 cm foliage
Location: Sun
Sowing depth: 1–2 cm
Harvest: 8–10 weeks after sowing
Special features: Early ripening, winter hardy, edible leaves, productive
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