Wholesome and beneficial, Detroit Red Beets offer superb taste and heart health benefits, making them a great addition to your garden!
Growing Instructions:
• Plant seeds in deep, moist, rich soil.
• Cover lightly with soil and water evenly.
• Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall.
• Plant from spring to fall for a continuous harvest.
• The thinned greens can be eaten—treat them as you would spinach.
Seed Information:
• Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: About 3.5 months
• Sun Requirement: Full sun
• Spacing: 2" apart
• Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
• Seeds Per Packet: 175-185
• Seeds Per Ounce: 1,500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F
• Sowing Method: Direct sow
Uses:
• Great for cooking.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals with excellent health benefits.
Additional Information:
• Heirloom Year: 1982
• Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
• Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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