Beta vulgaris 'Bona'
beetroot 'Bona'
A mid-late season, very sweet beetroot with mid to dark green leaves veined dark red and with dark red stalks; produces high yields of intense red beets, even in size with very smooth skin. Ideal for picking when young or mature, and for pickling
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1 yearUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Green Red | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red | Green Red | ||
| Autumn | Red | Green Red | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Beta can be annual, biennial or perennial plants, often with rosettes of basal leaves and thick, fleshy roots. The genus includes a range of wild species, as well as cultivated food crops such as beetroot, chard and sugar beet
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, light but moisture-retentive soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy, especially during periods of drought, to reduce susceptibility to premature flower and seed production (bolting). See more information in Beetroot (RHS Grow your Own)
Propagation
Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to beet leaf miner
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildew and fungal leaf spot in wet or humid conditions
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