Heirloom Beetroot ( Chukander ) Seeds - aplastada - de - egipto - Apnaugao
Heirloom Beetroot ( Chukander ) Seeds - aplastada - de - egipto - Apnaugao
چقندر / chard / Harvard beet / blood turnip

Heirloom Beetroot ( Chukander ) Seeds-aplastada-de-egipto

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Seeds quantity may vary — could be more or less than stated. Open carefully to avoid losing seeds. Store away from direct sunlight and moisture until ready to plant.
Early Harvest Tip
Aplastada de Egipto is the fastest-maturing beetroot — harvest at 8—10 cm diameter when the root shoulders are just emerging above soil level. Do not leave in the ground too long — flat types become tough faster than round types.

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Heirloom Beetroot ( Chukander ) Seeds - aplastada - de - egipto - Apnaugao

Heirloom Beetroot ( Chukander ) Seeds-aplastada-de-egipto

Regular price Rs.250.00
Sale price Rs.250.00 Regular price Rs.300.00
Unit price

Heirloom Beetroot ( Chukander ) Seeds-aplastada-de-egipto

Grow Aplastada de Egipto (Egyptian Flat Beetroot) — one of the oldest and fastest-maturing beetroot varieties, producing distinctive flat disc-shaped roots 45—60 days from sowing. The flattened shape allows perfect round slices of uniform diameter for elegant salad presentation and garnishing. An ancient heirloom variety with sweet, deep-coloured flesh. The earliest beetroot harvest in Pakistan’s cool season.

Features

Planting SeasonWinter,Spring
Plant Life CycleAnnual
Growth HabitRosette
Bloom SeasonWinter, Spring
Cultivar TypeHeirloom
Plant characteristicsEdible,Fast-growing
Growing ConditionsCold Tolerant, Outdoor, Container Friendly
Climatic ZoneSub-Humid, Semi-Arid, Highland
Harvest AdvantagesHigh Yield, Long Storage
Planting in PlainsFebruary–April, July–August
Planting on HillsidesMarch–May

Soak 12 hours. Direct sow 1/2 inch deep. Thin to 3–4 inches. Flat shape — matures earliest of all beet types.

Planting SeasonWinter,Spring
Sowing MethodDirect Sow, Start Indoors
Light RequirementFull sun,Partial shade
Planting Depth1/2 Inch (12 mm) — soak seeds 12 hours first
Plant Spacing3–4 Inches (8—10 cm)
Water RequirementModerate
Flavour Profile Sweet, Earthy, Savory
Days to Maturity45—60 Days — earliest maturing beetroot variety
Plant Height8—12 Inches (20—30 cm) foliage; flat disc-shaped root underground

How To Grow

Soak Aplastada de Egipto seeds 12 hours before sowing. Direct sow 1/2 inch deep in cool fertile soil. Germination in 7—14 days at 10–20°C. Thin to 3–4 inches. Aplastada de Egipto (Egyptian Flat Beet) is one of the oldest beetroot varieties — producing a distinctive flattened, disc-shaped root that matures earlier than round or cylindrical types. The flat shape allows easy slicing into perfect rounds for salads and platters.