Space rows 12 to 16 inches apart or plant seeds 4 inches apart in all directions. Thin 3 to 4 inches apart when seedlings are a few inches tall. Enjoy the removed young greens in a salad. Keep soil moderately moist during germination. In July and August for Fall and Winter crops.
Beets prefer fairly rich yet light sandy loam type soil.
Add lime and fertilize soil prior to planting for best growth, flavor and texture. Space sowing times several weeks apart for longer harvest season.