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BEETS 



to turnips, beets are the principal "root" 

 vegetable for winter use and as such they enjoy a 

 far greater popularity in Europe than in America. They 

 are easily grown in any soil, have no insect enemies of 

 any consequence, are easily harvested and stored. 



Since the young beet plants are very hardy, the seeds 

 may be sown very early in the spring. Some sorts develop 

 much quicker than others, but the late-maturing kinds 

 are the best keepers. Extra early sorts may be sown as 

 late as the middle of July to grow large enough for winter 

 use. 



Beet seeds are "spongy" kernels containing from two 

 to four "germs" each. To make them sprout quickly and 

 uniformly, walk over the rows after sowing seeds. For 

 this and other particular points of cultivation see pages 



152-157- 



A type of beet called Swiss chard is grown extensively ; 

 for greens. It is fully described and dealt with on pages 

 186-187 and 227. 



