Thanks to all who replied. My beetroot will get a reprieve from the compost heap then. Good idea to use fleece, I probably don't use it enough. And I didn't know you could freeze beetroot. Do you blanch it first? I don't normally blanch anything from the garden - does this need it? I'm glad I'm in s...

Hi Chez,

Very boring, I'm afraid - Boltardy and Detroit globe. I've not been growing veg for very long and haven't really ventured past well known varieties. Will try your Red Ace next year.

Thank you

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granny

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