Beets—which are also known by their less popular name, beetroot—are the edible taproot portion of the beet plant, says Natasha Nicholes, the executive director of We Sow We Grow. "They just happen to ...

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 ...

Q: Something ate the green tops off of my beets. Will they still form beets underground? A: Sorry to hear this! It’s so frustrating to get plants halfway to the goal line and then lose them. If the ...

When I checked my beets early last week, some had roots about the size of golf balls. Wonderfully tender and sweet at this stage, there were scheduled for the next day's dinner. The leaves or greens ...

Boost the flavor and nutritional value of winter meals by growing a container of greens indoors. Plant, tend and harvest greens for garden-fresh flavor now and throughout the year. Green leafy ...

If you're looking for a vegetable that's versatile and easy to grow, beets deserve a spot in your garden. These vibrant root vegetables have an earthy sweetness and add a bright pop of color to your ...