The best known heirloom variety. Root nearly round, very smooth, medium size. Flesh deep red zoned with darker shade. Most excellent quality and remains in good condition for a long time. The flavor is rich and sweet. Culture: Sow every two weeks April through August for a continuous supply. Beets prefer cool weather and are at their tender best when grown quickly with plenty of moisture. Soil should be loamy, high in organic matter. Harvest: Pick when roots have reached 3″ in diameter. Nutrition: Vitamin B, calcium and iron.
Beet Detroit Dark Red
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You want a rich, sweet beet that grows reliably and stores well—Detroit Dark Red delivers heirloom quality every time. Sow it throughout the season for tender roots packed with Vitamin B, calcium, and iron.
Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/2″ or 0.625cm. Seed Spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Spacing between rows: 12″-18″ or 30-45cm. Days to germination: 10-20. Spacing after thinning: 2″-3″ or 5-7.5cm. Days to maturity: 55-60
Variety: 160
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