Beet 'Touchstone Gold' is a specialty beet selected for its bright, golden roots and mild, sweet flavor. You can grow it for roots, tender greens, or both, and it fits easily into small beds or succession plantings. Plants typically reach about 10-12 inches tall, with upright tops that make harvesting straightforward.

For best results, sow seed directly in prepared, loosened soil and keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination. Thin seedlings so plants have room to size up, and harvest thinnings as baby greens. Consistent moisture helps roots stay smooth and reduces stress that can lead to woody texture.

Grow Beet 'Touchstone Gold' in full sun to part shade. In hotter weather, a bit of afternoon shade can help keep growth steady. Provide a fertile, well-drained site and avoid fresh, high-nitrogen inputs that push excessive tops at the expense of root development. A light side-dress of balanced fertilizer can be used if growth slows.

Harvest roots when they reach your preferred size, pulling by the tops or loosening soil first to prevent breakage. Leaves can be picked lightly through the season, but keep enough foliage for strong root growth. For best quality, harvest promptly and store roots cool after washing and trimming tops.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 6-11 (-10 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 10-12"
• Spread: 10-12"
• Edible: Yes

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