Beetroot Cylindra (Beta vulgaris) organic seeds

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Beetroot 'Cylindra' (Beta vulgaris) organic seeds

Elongated gourmet turnip with a mild flavour – perfect for pickling, slicing & fresh greens
Contents: Approx. 300 seeds
Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly

921,20 Ft

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From	Unit price / Packet
10	828,70 Ft*
100	689,94 Ft*

SKU: 1117-BIO

GTIN: 4250601201436

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Heritage Beetroot with Versatile Uses

The beetroot 'Cylindra', also known as Formanova, is a traditional variety dating back to the late 19th century. It produces up to 20?cm long cylindrical roots that slice beautifully into even rounds – ideal for pickling, boiling or roasting.

Unlike round-rooted types, 'Cylindra' is particularly easy to prepare and process. It offers a mild, sweet-earthy flavour that is pleasant even when harvested young. The roots remain tender for a long time and are slow to become woody – making them perfect for both fresh cooking and long-term storage.

The leaves and stems of this variety are also edible and can be used much like chard or spinach. With their vibrant red colouring and refined taste, they add both flavour and colour to the plate. A robust, low-maintenance variety for gardeners who value both taste and productivity.

With its unusual growth habit, subtle flavour and historical significance, 'Cylindra' is a true asset in any kitchen garden – easy to grow and a delight to cook with.

Plant description

Species:	Amaranthaceae
Root system:	Taproot Deep roots
Flower colour:	Green Red
Characteristics:	Needs darkness to germinate
Lifecycle:	Biennial
Flowering months:	May June

Growing advice

Sowing depth:	2-5 cm
Planting distance:	10 cm
Bad companion plants:	Guter Heinrich Orache Potatoes Maize Chard Spinach Tomatoes
Row spacing:	30 cm
Sunlight:	Full sun
Germination time:	1-2 weeks
Germination temperature:	18-24° C
When to sow outdoors:	April May June July

Sowing and Care of Beta vulgaris

Sowing period: Pre-cultivation or direct sowing from mid-April to mid-June
Germination time: 7–14 days at 16–22?°C; start early sowings in warmth if possible
Sowing depth: 2–5?cm
Seed characteristic: The seed clusters usually contain several embryos – thin out seedlings if necessary
Plant spacing: 10–15?cm within the row, 25–30?cm between rows
Location: Sunny site; humus-rich to loamy soil. Avoid fresh manure but well-matured compost is beneficial
Care: Hoeing and mulching to aerate the soil; water only in periods of prolonged drought (deep-rooting plant)
Harvest: After approx. 4 months, when the leaves begin to spot. Twist off leaves gently; roots store well

Other names

Botanical name:	Beta vulgaris
German names:	Bete, Beete, Rübe, Rande, Rahner, Rauna, Rana, Rahne, Rohne, Rone, Ronen, Randig
French names:	Betterave
English names:	Beetroot, Beet, Table Beet, Garden Beet
Spanish names:	Remolacha, Beterrada, Betarraga, Betabel, Beteraba, Betarava
Italian names:	Barbabietola, Bietola

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Manufacturer information: Magic Garden Seeds GmbH | Junkersstraße 7 | Regensburg, Germany, 93055 | service@magicgardenseeds.com | https://www.magicgardenseeds.com

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