{"product_id":"beetroot-cylindra-seeds-beta-vulgaris","title":"Beetroot Cylindra Seeds (Beta vulgaris)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"673\"\u003eBeetroot Cylindra is a long, smooth, dark red beet valued for its uniform shape, sweet flavour, and easy peeling. Its elongated roots are excellent for even slicing, making this variety a great choice for home gardeners, kitchen gardens, and growers wanting attractive beetroot for fresh use, roasting, bottling, or pickling. The interior flesh is deep dark red and free from rings, while the roots grow mostly underground with small reddish-green tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19zqy0x\" data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ym72lz\" data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c4q9uo\" data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eVariety: Beetroot Cylindra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nloom\" data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eLong, smooth dark red roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d4efrh\" data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eSweet, dark red flesh with no rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kfe5s6\" data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eExcellent for uniform slicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"teqeip\" data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"865\"\u003eEasy to peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uzcknh\" data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eRoots grow mostly underground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15852ws\" data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eSmall reddish-green tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16oymnm\" data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eFrost hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qgqs2o\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eProduct code: BEECYL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"48mo84\" data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eWhy You Should Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eCylindra is an excellent beetroot variety for growers who want reliable performance and quality roots with strong kitchen appeal. Its elongated shape makes preparation easier than many round varieties and gives neat, even slices for cooking and preserving. This variety is especially popular for pickling, roasting, and fresh harvest use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tjiar5\" data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eSowing times vary depending on your local climate. Direct sow seed 20–30 mm deep with 5–10 cm plant spacing and 30–40 cm row spacing. This variety is frost hardy, with germination typically taking 15–25 days and maturity in around 55–85 days. Seeds can benefit from washing in warm running water to help remove germination inhibitors. After washing, dry seeds again at a maximum temperature of 25°C before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6pcc2b\" data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eIdeal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"skhgex\" data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eUniform slicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pm9crj\" data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003ePickling and bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hi35pv\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eRoasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ezw16t\" data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eFresh garden harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bjza5c\" data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eHome vegetable gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yn99c3\" data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eWhat makes Cylindra beetroot different from round beetroot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eIts long cylindrical shape makes it easier to create neat, even slices and gives more uniform results in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eIs Beetroot Cylindra good for pickling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eYes, it is an excellent variety for pickling, bottling, and slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eHow deep should I sow the seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eDirect sow at approximately 20–30 mm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eHow long does it take to germinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eGermination usually takes 15–25 days depending on temperature and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003eHow long until harvest?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eThis variety generally reaches maturity in around 55–85 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2507\"\u003eIs it frost hardy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eYes, Beetroot Cylindra is frost hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"1 x Gram (Approx 100 Seeds)","offer_id":45110287499317,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 x Grams (Approx 500 Seeds)","offer_id":45110287532085,"sku":null,"price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/beetroot-cylindra-seeds-beta-vulgaris-3543090.jpg?v=1775736427","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/beetroot-cylindra-seeds-beta-vulgaris","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}