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Detroit Dark Red Beet
55-60 days to harvest
Beta vulgaris
HEIRLOOM These round, dark red roots are delicious at any size & perfect for fresh eating, canning or cold storage. At Fruition, we sow them all season from snow melt to late summer, savoring their mild & abundant greens along with their delectable roots.
Organic Detroit Dark Red Beet
Planting Method: Direct Seed Only
When to sow: From 4 weeks before last frost until 8 weeks before first frost
Sowing and seedling care: Sow 8-10 seeds per foot. For a continuous beet harvest, sow every 2-3 weeks.
Seed Depth: 1/2 inch Sun Needs: Full preferred (more sun = more abundance)
Days to Germination: 17 days at 55°F; 5 days at 75°F
Spacing after thinning: 3 inches; 12-18 inches between rows
Days to Harvest: 55
Harvest… and cook!: A roast beet salad, served cold and with plenty of fresh herbs, is one of our favorite summer snacks!
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