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Growing Beets, Carrots
13 November 2026

Growing Beets, Carrots

Beyond the Garden Basics

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The carrot and beet garden is looking fabulous right now…and delicious!

We discuss when and how to harvest beets, choosing varieties, planting in succession, thinning seedlings, and storing roots.

We also cover carrot germination, keeping soil moist, matching varieties to soil and containers, and thinning plants to prevent crowded, cracked, or woody roots.



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