Good Companions for Beet
Onions and garlic deter pests. Lettuce is a good ground cover.
What NOT to Plant with Beet
Pole beans and beets stunt each other.
Beet Planting Tips
Beet greens are edible too - harvest outer leaves.
Growing Beet in Ireland
Mild oceanic with high rainfall
Main season: March-October
USDA 8-9
Tips for Ireland Gardeners
Good drainage essential. Raised beds help in wet conditions. Watch for slugs.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Beet grows well in the following zones:
