Seeds for beetroot Cardeal F1 hybrid Sakata
Cardeal F1 is a high-yielding beetroot hybrid from Sakata, suitable for spring and summer sowing. It produces uniform, smooth and round roots with high sugar content and strong market appearance.
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Root Description
Roots are smooth, round and very uniform in size. The internal colour is intense and evenly distributed without visible rings. Cardeal F1 is suitable for bunching and direct fresh market sales.
Plant & Yield
Plants develop a compact, upright leaf rosette allowing higher planting density and easier harvesting. Cardeal F1 ensures stable and high yields across different growing conditions. It tolerates high temperatures and drought, making it reliable for summer production. Best performance is achieved on fertile, well-structured soils where large and juicy roots with strong commercial value are formed.
Resistances
- Rh – Rhizoctonia
- Cerc – Cercospora leaf spot
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| Sugar content | 14–15% |
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How many plants per decare?
55,000–60,000 plants/da
What is the row spacing?
10–15 cm
What is the plant spacing?
3–4 cm
How many seeds per gram?
80–120 seeds/g
What is the sowing rate?
3–4 kg/da
What is the germination temperature?
2.1°C (minimum) / 20°C (optimal)
What are the main risks?
Uneven germination at low temperatures, slowed growth in compact soils, and risk of root deformation under water stress.
Is Cardeal F1 suitable for summer sowing?
Yes, the hybrid performs very well in summer sowing with a vegetation period of 55–65 days.
Does it develop internal rings?
No, the roots have uniform internal color without visible rings.
Is it suitable for bunching?
Yes, the uniform shape and compact leaf rosette make it ideal for bunch sales.
What soil does it prefer?
Best results are achieved in deep, loose, and well-fertilized soils.

