Packed full of flavour and vitamins, Silverbeet can be grown all year round and a must have in the vegetable garden. Why not plant some of the mixed colours available for added interest in the garden.
Planting Calendar
With various varieties to choose from, silverbeet can be grown throughout the year.
Harvest In
40-60 days
Pick smaller young leaves to use in salads. Regular picking will encourage new leaves to be produced. Harvest the lower outer leaves first.
Prepare
Position
Silver beet like a free draining rich soil and lots of sun.
Soil
When planted into the ground silverbeet likes a free draining soil that is rich in organic matter. To improve the organic content in your soil, break up the soil and add Kings Compost and Kings Sheep Pellets along with some Nature's Organic fertiliser then mix together well. When growing in containers, plant into Living Earth Organic Vegetable Mix with Saturaid added to assist with dispersing water down to the roots.
Plant
Silverbeet can be sown directly into the garden, raised beds or containers that are at least 30cm deep. Or sown into a seed tray with Organic Seed raising mix and transplanted out once they have formed their second set of leaves. Gently remove the seedling from the tray and plant into the vegetable garden. Space plants 30cm apart so they have plenty of space to grow. Take care when transplanting so that the young soft roots are not damaged. Gently firm the soil down after planting and water in well with Aquaticus Garden Booster, this will help the seedlings settle in.
Care
Expert Tip
Remember the better your soil the better your plants will be.
Top Varieties
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I water my silver beet?
Silverbeet like to be kept moist, water slowly allowing the water to sink down into the roots, rather than allowing it to run off the top of the soils surface. Avoid wetting foliage when watering. Add Saturaid into the soil at planting as this will help direct water to the root zone.
Can I grow silver beet in pots?
Silver beet can be grown in pots. Ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and wide.
When is the best time to plant silver beet?
Silver beet can be planted throughout the year but performs best when planted in early spring or autumn.
How do I harvest silver beet?
Pick smaller young leaves to use in salads. Regular picking will encourage new leaves to be produced. Harvest the lower outer leaves first.
How do I prevent pests on my silver beet?
Keep an eye out for aphids and slugs. Use organic pesticides or natural predators like ladybirds to control them.
