Direct sow 4–6 weeks before last frost; tolerates light frost once established. Each 'seed' is actually a cluster of 2–4 seeds — thin to 3–4". Harvest at golf-ball to tennis-ball size for best flavor; large beets become woody. Both roots and greens are edible. Sow succession plantings every 3 weeks.

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