A hand holding a large beet root - Maria mnogomama/Shutterstock If you're growing beets, chances are you appreciate efficiency and maybe also a good salad. These earthy root vegetables also team up ...

Beetroot growing mistakes are more common than you might think. This is sure to be a relief for anyone who’s been told how easy beets are to grow. And yes, they do have the potential to be versatile, ...

Pulling a huge baseball-sized beet (Beta vulgaris) from the earth is one of the most satisfying moments in gardening. Unfortunately, many backyard gardeners settle for a less-than-stellar harvest — ...

Beets are commonly grown for their bulbous roots, but their tops can also be harvested for greens, and they are an excellent source of Vitamin A as well as calcium. Beet juice is sometimes used in ...

Root crops that were spring planted have already matured or are maturing. Some are at their peak in size and flavor in summer months but if there is a best time to harvest root crops, that depends on ...

A bountiful and diverse companion garden can keep your vegetable drawer and flower vases stocked year-round. Just like humans, plants that share a garden bed can form community and mutually beneficial ...

You could grow any crop next to beets, but you may find that some are better neighbors than others. Shallow-rooted vegetables like lettuce and spinach, for example, can be a bad idea; it's also best ...

Starting a garden can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Proper research and dedication will be needed, but the reward of fresh vegetables from your own backyard will be worth it. While every ...

Red orbs are rising out of the soil in my garden, demanding to be pulled. I will pull them, but not all at once. Beets can remain in place for weeks — even months — to come if leaves or straw are ...