The globular dark red roots are tender and delicious. Can be used fresh, canned or pickled. Leaves make great tasting greens. Sow seeds at 3-week intervals.
SKU: 139780
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
10 to 12 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
50 to 55 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
Fill Weight (grams): 2.5
Approximate Seed Count: 120-130
Planting Method: Sow Direct
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Tops taste similar to chard
Companion Planting: Plant near bush beans, cabbage, lettuce or kohl rabi but away from pole beans.
Preparation Ideas: Tops can be cooked like spinach, roots can be pickled or frozen.
Instructions
Sow seed directly in soil once all danger of frost has passed. Plant in fertile well drained soil. Water adequately in dry weather.
Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
Seed Spacing: 2.5 cm (1")
Plant Spacing: 8 cm (3")
Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Suggestions
To prevent beet bleeding, it is best to remove the skin after cooking.