I've read (and it really seems to work for me) to keep beet seed in the
freezer for a week or so before planting. It also helps to rub them around
on a peice of course sandpaper to remove some of the hard coating - there is
a term for this but I forget what it is called.
I have gotten about 80% germination this year doing this just sticking them
in the prepared bed - Detroit Red only - have never tried the golden ones.

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"Pat Meadows" wrote in message
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I'm having problems getting beet seeds to germinate -

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I did get some germination (2 seeds out of 12), but at a very poor rate.

I also have red beet seeds that I should plant out now.

Any advice?

Pat

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