While salads like carrots, radishes and cucumbers offer many benefits, beetroot stands out for its unique ability to address blood deficiencies.
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To grow beetroot at home, start by selecting and purchasing high-quality seeds, readily available at nurseries or markets.
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Now, to grow beetroot in a home pot, start by preparing the soil. Begin with a mixture of 40 per cent silt, 20 per cent clay soil and 40 per cent sand.
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Ensure that the pot intended for planting beetroot seeds has small drainage holes. Fill the pot with the prepared soil and let it sit for approximately one hour.
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To start growing beetroot, make holes in the pot’s soil at intervals using your finger. Gently insert one beetroot seed into each hole.
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Remember, it’s crucial to plant just 5 to 7 seeds in one pot to promote the best beetroot growth. After placing the seeds, cover the holes.
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In about 7 to 10 days, you’ll observe beetroot plants emerging from these seeds.
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Beetroot plants require minimal watering, usually about 5-6 times per month, which makes them an ideal low-maintenance option.
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This approach allows the plant to mature in about three months, providing you with homegrown, ready-to-eat beetroots for various culinary uses while also conserving water.
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Beetroot is a versatile vegetable for your home garden, with many culinary possibilities. You can eat it raw, boiled, roasted or in various dishes. It’s also great for pickling and making condiments.