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Beetroot description: Pablo, Bordeaux, Cylinder
To obtain a high-quality and rich harvest, it is important to take into account the weather conditions and the climate of your region, the purpose of growing – for yourself or for sale, the timing in which you want to harvest. If summer temperatures in your area are low enough, choose a frost-resistant variety. The description of the beet varieties will help you choose the right one.
An important point when choosing a variety is the ripening period of the fruit. Consider in advance when you want to harvest.
A description of the different varieties of beets will help you choose the variety you need.
Beets are:
- early ripe. Ripening period is 60-80 days from the date of sowing;
- mid-season. Ripening period – 80-100 days;
- late ripening. The crop can be harvested after 100-130 days.
Knowing the timing of the harvest of a particular variety, you can understand whether it suits you or not.
Description of the beet variety “Cylinder”
It got its name from the shape of the fruit. It is oblong in shape. Refers to a mid-season table species. Fruit weight can reach 600 grams, but usually it ranges from 200 to 400 grams. The fruit is up to 16 centimeters long and reaches 9 centimeters in diameter.
It is immune to various diseases, so you will have less hassle in caring for beets. Also, root crops are suitable for long-term storage.
Description of the beet variety “Pablo”
It belongs to the early type. The ripening period is about 2 months. One fruit weighs 100-180 grams, the diameter is up to 15 centimeters.
It is distinguished by its resistance to cold, therefore it is in demand in regions with a harsh climate. It is also suitable for long-term storage, while over time it does not lose its taste, and its appearance does not deteriorate.
Description of the beet variety “Bordeaux”
This is a mid-season table beet. The weight of one fruit reaches 500 grams. It is stored for a long time, while the taste and appearance do not deteriorate. Differs in unpretentiousness to weather conditions, gives a good harvest in any weather. The seedlings are also able to withstand drought and heat, but the best results will only be with regular, moderate watering. It is stored for a long time and does not lose its taste and appearance.
“Cylinder”, “Pablo” and “Bordeaux” are some of the most popular varieties common in Russia. Due to their characteristics, many gardeners choose them. Their clear advantages over other varieties are the ability to store for a long time, unpretentiousness, resistance to weather changes and yield.