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Beetroot 'Cylindra'
Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris 'Cylindra'
Type: Hardy Biennial (grown as annual root crop)

Beetroot 'Cylindra' (also known as ‘Formanova’) is a distinctive long-rooted variety, producing cylindrical, deep red beets that are ideal for slicing, canning, and uniform cooking. With their smooth skin and sweet, tender flesh, these roots grow straight and narrow — perfect for tight rows in small gardens. A favourite of both home and market gardeners, 'Cylindra' is known for excellent yields, easy harvest, and beautifully shaped roots.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy biennial (grown as annual)
Height: 25–35 cm (foliage)
Spread: 20–25 cm
Harvest: June – October (approximately 55–65 days from sowing)
Position: Full sun; deep, fertile, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: March–July directly outdoors
Germination: 7–14 days at 10–22°C
Tip: Best results in loose, stone-free soil; ideal for raised beds
Thinning: Thin seedlings to 8–10 cm for full root development
Care: Keep soil evenly moist; water in dry spells for even texture and flavour

Why You’ll Love It

Long, uniform roots — perfect for slicing
Sweet, tender flesh with rich colour
Fits more plants in less space
Ideal for canning and long storage

Top Tip
Sow in deep, loose soil to encourage the signature straight, smooth roots. Harvest when roots are 15–20 cm long for best flavour and texture.

Perfect For

Narrow rows and space-saving gardens
Slicing, preserving, and pickling
Smooth, easy-to-peel beets
Allotments and market gardens

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