Beets are a versatile and rewarding crop. This video guides you through growing beets from seed to harvest, including tips on soil preparation, spacing, and plant care. Learn how to make use of both ...

Root crops that were spring planted have already matured or are maturing. Some are at their peak in size and flavor in summer months but if there is a best time to harvest root crops, that depends on ...

Beets are a wonderful crop to grow for many reasons. These vegetables are packed with nutrients, and you can harvest some of the leafy greens while you wait for the vibrant, fleshy roots to fully ...

Pulling a huge baseball-sized beet (Beta vulgaris) from the earth is one of the most satisfying moments in gardening. Unfortunately, many backyard gardeners settle for a less-than-stellar harvest — ...

Q: Something ate the green tops off of my beets. Will they still form beets underground? A: Sorry to hear this! It’s so frustrating to get plants halfway to the goal line and then lose them. If the ...

You could grow any crop next to beets, but you may find that some are better neighbors than others. Shallow-rooted vegetables like lettuce and spinach, for example, can be a bad idea; it's also best ...