{"product_id":"beetroot-yellow-eckendorf-298","title":"Beetroot Yellow Eckendorf Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow Eckendorf, often known as Yellow Mangel or Fodder Beet, is a highly productive heritage variety grown for its large roots and abundant leafy tops. Producing substantial orange-yellow roots with golden flesh, it is valued as both a useful livestock fodder crop and a versatile garden vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe roots are sweet, nutritious and can be cooked and eaten much like traditional beetroot, while the large leafy tops may be harvested and used as greens. Yellow Eckendorf is renowned for its vigorous growth, heavy yields and ability to produce large roots even in less-than-perfect conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally grown throughout Europe and Australia as a winter feed crop, this variety remains popular with smallholders, hobby farmers and home gardeners seeking a productive dual-purpose crop. Its large roots store well and can provide a valuable source of feed or food through the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 80 seeds per gram\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 160 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrogreens \u0026amp; Baby Leaf Production: Year round Australia-wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: March to August\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: February to September\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: February to October\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: September to April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor baby leaf production, sow seed densely in trays, boxes or garden beds and harvest leaves when they reach 8–15 cm tall. For mature roots, sow seed directly into prepared soil 15–20 mm deep and thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart to allow room for the large roots to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun in fertile, deeply cultivated soil enriched with compost or well-rotted manure. Keep soil evenly moist during growth and provide adequate space for the roots to reach their full size. Harvest leaves as required and lift roots once mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby Leaf and Microgreens offer a simple and nutritious way to add fresh homegrown greens, vitamins and minerals to your daily diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649653526746,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Beetroot_Eckendorf_b3ff547e-5381-48f4-a1e2-8da39a7ba547.jpg?v=1771299910","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/beetroot-yellow-eckendorf-298","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}