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Organic Beet Seed Tape, Detroit Dark Red

Beta vulgaris
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The perfect all-purpose variety. Medium early variety. Dark red round roots that are sweet, tender and fine-grained throughout. Ideal for use fresh, canned, pickled and frozen. Tops are great for salads too! Beets grow quickly and can be re-sown every 2 weeks until mid-summer.

Please Note: Seed tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination.

  • SKU: 139837
Growing Information Chevron Down Chevron Forward
Grow best in
Grows
Best In:
Full Sun
Days to germination
Days to
Germination:
10 to 12 days
Water needs
Water
Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to maturity
Days to
Maturity:
50 to 55 days
Key Features Chevron Down Chevron Forward
  • Plant Type: Vegetable
  • Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
  • Fill Weight (grams): 4.5 meters (15 feet)
  • Approximate Seed Count: 100+
  • Planting Method: Sow Direct
  • Plant Lifecycle: Annual
  • Seed Type: Heirloom
  • Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
  • Flavor: Incredibly sweet taste for beets
  • Companion Planting: Plant near bush beans, cabbage, lettuce or kohlrabi but away from pole beans.
  • Preparation Ideas: Eat it fresh, can it, or even pickled.
Instructions Chevron Down Chevron Forward
Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 30 cm (12") apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with soil and water thoroughly again. Please Note: Seedtapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination.
  • Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
  • Plant Spacing: 8 cm (3")
  • Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Suggestions Chevron Down Chevron Forward
  • To prevent beet bleeding, it is best to remove the skin after cooking.

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