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 ...

Have you ever thought about growing vegetables in containers? It's a great method when suitable land is not available, and it's also physically easier. That makes containers good for older vegetable ...

This week, in our unheated greenhouse, we seeded heirloom beets into living soil blocks set in trays. We also planted optimism that the concrete floor, buckets of rainwater and humidity domes will ...

Learn everything you need to know about container beet gardening, including soil preparation, watering tips, and when to harvest for the best results.