Beets are excellent candidates for container gardening. When garden space is limited, growing vegetables in containers is an excellent option. One vegetable that thrives in containers is the beet.

When it comes to patio plants, tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers are popular picks. But don't shy away from root vegetables. Beets (Beta vulgaris) are often overlooked. Besides their deep jewel-tone ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Plant beets in well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix and a container that's at least 8 inches deep. Sow seeds 3–4 weeks before ...

Beets are commonly grown for their bulbous roots, but their tops can also be harvested for greens, and they are an excellent source of Vitamin A as well as calcium. Beet juice is sometimes used in ...

Growing beetroot in containers is a great way of enjoying fresh vegetables grown in the comfort of your own home, especially in small spaces such as balconies. Beetroot is a hardy and easy-to-maintain ...

With space to spare outdoors, I haven't felt the need to grow crops in containers. Yet I've been urging folks without outdoor space to do it -- to turn their balconies, decks and rooftops into food ...

Save space and reduce pests by growing beets in containers for their sweet roots and tasty leaves. Plant beets in well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix and a container that's at least 8 inches deep ...

Tasty and nutritious, beets are easy to grow veggies with edible leaves and big, juicy roots that can be enjoyed cooked, pickled, or dried into chips. But while most gardeners keep beets in in-ground ...