{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-beetroot-boltardy-seeds-1","title":"Mr Fothergill's Beetroot Boltardy Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"88074d2e-1db7-4da3-8ee0-7c8abcb20f3d\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-instant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"43\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Beetroot Boltardy Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are a bolt-resistant heritage variety producing smooth, evenly shaped red roots with excellent colour, texture and sweet flavour - ideal for early sowing and long-season harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"598\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"316\"\u003eExcellent bolt resistance, ideal for early and successive sowings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eSmooth, evenly shaped beetroot with deep red colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eSweet flavour with good texture for fresh eating and cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eMultigerm variety offering reliable cropping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eHeritage variety and a proven garden favourite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eWidely recommended by gardening experts and publications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"603\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Beetroot Boltardy (\u003cem data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most trusted and popular beetroot varieties for home gardeners. Renowned for its strong bolt resistance, it can be sown earlier than many other varieties, producing reliable crops across a long growing season. The roots develop an even, round shape with rich red flesh and a naturally sweet flavour, making them perfect for salads, roasting, boiling or pickling. Frequently recommended by leading gardening experts, including Rachel de Thame and Charles Dowding, Beetroot Boltardy is a dependable choice for both beginner and experienced growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eBrand: Mr Fothergill’s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eProduct type: Vegetable seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eVariety: Boltardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eGenus: Root crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003eRoot colour: Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eSeed quantity: 275 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eSeed type: Multigerm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eVariety type: Heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eHarvest period: June to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eSow directly outdoors from March to July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eFor the earliest crops, sow under cloches from mid-March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eGrow in well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003eThin seedlings carefully to allow roots to develop evenly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eHarvest young for baby beets or leave to mature for full-sized roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eWhy Choose Beetroot Boltardy Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"2164\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePerfect for gardeners seeking reliability, flavour and flexibility, Mr Fothergill’s Beetroot Boltardy Seeds offer proven performance, early sowing potential and excellent results - making them a standout choice for productive vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mr Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57130516840832,"sku":"30231706","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/mr-fothergills-beetroot-boltardy-seeds.jpg?v=1767798576","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/mr-fothergills-beetroot-boltardy-seeds-1","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}