{"product_id":"silver-beet-mixed-colours-beta-vulgaris","title":"Silver Beet Mixed Colours - Beta vulgaris","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSilver Beet Mixed Colours - \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver Beet Mixed Colours produces a bright blend of colourful stems, with shades ranging from white and yellow through to pink, red and purple. The tender young leaves can be eaten fresh in salads, while mature leaves and stalks are excellent steamed, sautéed or added to stir fries. An easy and productive vegetable that can be harvested repeatedly and is also well suited to growing in pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll year round. Silver beet is adaptable and can be grown throughout the year, although growth is strongest during the cooler months in warmer areas and during spring and autumn in colder regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun to part shade. Choose a position with good sunlight and protection from extreme heat where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell drained, fertile soil enriched with compost or well rotted manure. Keep the soil consistently moist for strong, leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow several seeds together in clumps, with clumps approximately 40 cm apart and rows 30 cm apart. Thin to 1 strong plant per clump once seedlings are established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10 to 14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 8 to 12 weeks from sowing. Leaves can be harvested earlier for baby greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly into prepared soil and keep well watered while the seeds are germinating. Silver beet is an excellent choice for both garden beds and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, harvest the outer leaves regularly while leaving the centre 4 or 5 stalks intact. This encourages the plant to continue producing fresh leaves and promotes quick regrowth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed plants with a liquid fertiliser approximately every 2 weeks to encourage healthy, vigorous leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep plants well watered, particularly during hot and dry weather. Consistent moisture helps produce tender leaves and prevents plants from becoming stressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest leaves as needed by removing the larger outer leaves first. Regular harvesting encourages continued production and can provide fresh leaves over an extended period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHOP SEEDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54049218298170,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/3245\/7530\/files\/silver-beet-mixed-colours-beta-vulgaris-2836001.png?v=1789259287","url":"https:\/\/www.shopseeds.com.au\/products\/silver-beet-mixed-colours-beta-vulgaris","provider":"SHOP SEEDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}