When we say beetroot, thoughts may immediately turn to the jars of vinegary slices of pickled beets, favoured at retro dinner parties, but believe us when we say, they are so much more than that.

Great beetroot news! Little weeding should be required because the foliage of beetroot is thick, so keeps most weeds at bay.

Freshly picked beetroot are wonderfully tender with a delicious earthy taste. Best of all, they're really easy to grow from seed. Follow our guide for the perfect crop. Beetroot prefer to be grown ...