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Sea Beet (Beta vulgaris maritima) is an annual or perennial plant native to coastal areas across Europe and the Mediterranean, as well as some regions in Africa and Asia. Sea Beet (Latin: Beta vulgaris maritima, family Amaranthaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sea Beet is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Sea Beet is a member of the Amaranthaceae family native to ALB, ALG, AZO, BAL, BGM, and BUL. Sea Beet thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Sea Beet grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun light, moist water, and annual, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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