Beetroot 'Kestrel F1'

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Kestrel F1 is thought of as half hardy, so protect with a row cover whenever the temperatures drop. Kestrel F1 needs a loamy soil with a ph of 6.5 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil to neutral soil).

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.49 inches (1.25 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 13°C / 55°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Kestrel F1 about 14 days before your last frost date.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Kestrel F1 is a half hardy plant.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.

¹ sowing info from Dobies

² Thompson & Morgan Catalogue entry