Beet, Detroit Dark Red Organic Seeds

Beta vulgaris

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Beet, Detroit Dark Red Organic Seeds

Beta vulgaris

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Detroit Dark Red Beets are high in vitamins A, B2, B6, and C.

The deep, dark red, globe-shaped roots have crispy, sweet, and tender flesh.

First introduced by Ferry-Morse, this beet variety is ideal for home canning and pickling!

This organic variety is renowned for its nutrition-packed roots and short 60-day growth cycle. 

Sku: 0811

Common Name: Beet

Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris

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Safe for bees

Safe
for Bees

Grows best In

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun|Partial Shade

Germination

Days to
Germination:

8 - 10 Days

Maturity

Days to
Maturity:

50 - 60 Days

Container

Best
Container Size:

12"+

Height

Growing Height:

12 - 18"

water Needs

Water
Needs:

Average (1 - 2 in / week)

Key Features Chevron Down Chevron Forward

Color: Red

Fill Weight (grams): 3

Approximate Seed Count: 100 - 150

Flavor: Incredibly sweet taste for beets.

Preparation Ideas: Eat it fresh, can it, or even pickle it.

Plant Type: Vegetable

Plant Lifecycle: Annual

Landscape Use: Edible Garden

Growth Type: Root

Tolerance: Heat|Humidity

Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer|Fall

Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer|Fall

Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"

Instructions Chevron Down Chevron Forward

Sow outdoors. Performs best in full sun and well drained soil. Scatter seeds in a row. After germination, thin to 1 1/2 inches apart. When 4 inches high, thin to 3 inches apart. Rosebud sized thinning are delicious cooked whole. Harvest mature beets when they are 3 inches in diameter.

Planting Depth: 1"

Seed Spacing: Plant your Detroit Dark Red Beet seeds roughly 4" apart in rows keeping rows approximately 18" apart.

Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

Suggestions Chevron Down Chevron Forward

To prepare beets, simmer whole beets in salted water for 30-45 minutes, dip in cold water and slip the skins off.

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Free shipping is available on all orders over $35. Orders under $35 have a shipping rate of $7.99, and seed-only orders have a shipping rate of $2.99. Most orders are shipped within 2 business days of purchase. However, live plants and embroidered items may take 2-7 business days to ship, depending on the day of the week you place your order. For more information, please click here to review our shipping & returns policy.

At Ferry Morse, we are proud of our non-GMO & guaranteed fresh seeds.

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