Plant Details

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla

Spinach Beet

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General Information

Scientific name: Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla
Also known as: Spinach Beet

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Vegetable
Size: Small
Height: 0.90 m
Width: - m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Stem
Edibility:
(4)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
None

Description

Leaves and petioles can be eaten raw or cooked, similar to spinach. They are an excellent alternative to spinach because the large leaves are easy to harvest and yield plenty. However, some people find the raw leaves unpalatable due to an unpleasant aftertaste. The flower stalk can be cooked and serves as an alternative to broccoli.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/06
End of Harvest: 30/11