Beetroot [Plate d’Egypte]

Beetroot – Plate d’Egypte ‘Beetroot Flat of Egypt’ is a very old heritage variety with a flattened heart-shaped root. Egyptian Beetroot produces smooth skinned roots, often heart-shaped, more wider than tall, with a deep red, tender and flavoursome flesh. Its interior has no fibrous 'strings' and its sweet flesh is a deep crimson/burgundy. It is particularly good when eaten raw, for instance when grated in salads.