Beet Seeds - Detroit Dark Red

Classic, High-Yielding Beets for Your Garden
Detroit Dark Red is a beloved heirloom variety known for its round, smooth roots and deep red color. This variety is perfect for gardeners seeking a reliable and high-yielding beet that delivers excellent flavor and texture. Whether for fresh consumption, pickling, or storing, Detroit Dark Red beets are a versatile and nutritious addition to your vegetable garden.

Key Benefits

• Rich, Sweet Flavor: Known for its tender, sweet taste, Detroit Dark Red beets are perfect for roasting, boiling, or enjoying raw in salads.
• Uniform, Round Roots: This variety produces smooth, uniform roots that are ideal for both fresh eating and preserving.
• High Yielding: A productive variety that consistently delivers an abundant harvest of beets throughout the growing season.
• Versatile Use: Excellent for fresh eating, pickling, roasting, and storing. Can also be used for beet greens, which are high in vitamins and minerals.
• Cold Hardy: Detroit Dark Red is tolerant of cooler temperatures, making it a great choice for spring and fall planting.

Planting Instructions

Planting Season

• Spring or Fall: Sow seeds in early spring or late summer, as beets thrive in cooler weather. Ideal soil temperature is between 50-85°F (10-29°C).
• Succession Planting: For a continuous harvest, plant seeds every 2-3 weeks throughout the growing season.

Planting Details

• Depth: Plant beet seeds 1 inch deep in loose, well-drained soil. Beets prefer fertile, slightly acidic soil with good drainage.
• Spacing: Space seeds 1-2 inches apart and thin to 3-4 inches once seedlings emerge to allow for adequate root development.
• Light: Beets grow best in full sun, though they can tolerate partial shade during the hottest parts of the year.

Watering and Care

• Water Needs: Beets need consistent moisture to develop properly. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged, particularly during the early stages of growth.
• Fertilizer: Beets are heavy feeders. Add compost or a balanced organic fertilizer to the soil before planting to support healthy growth.
• Weeding: Keep weeds under control, especially early in the season, to prevent competition for nutrients and water.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and prevent weeds from taking over.

Harvesting

• When to Harvest: Detroit Dark Red beets are ready to harvest in 50-60 days. Beets can be harvested when they reach the desired size, usually around 2-3 inches in diameter.
• How to Harvest: Gently pull or dig up the beets, leaving the soil undisturbed around the roots. Harvest before they become too large, as they can become woody if left too long in the ground.

Perfect For

• Fresh Eating: Beets can be eaten raw, boiled, roasted, or steamed. Their sweet flavor makes them perfect for salads, smoothies, and juices.
• Pickling: Detroit Dark Red beets are ideal for pickling, preserving their sweetness and color for later use.
• Roasting and Steaming: Roasted beets are a delicious and healthy side dish, while steamed beets can retain more of their nutrients.
• Beet Greens: Don’t forget about the greens! Beet tops are edible and nutritious, perfect for salads or sautéing.

Coverage

• Packet: Covers up to 25-30 square feet, providing plenty of beets for your garden.

Grow Sweet, Tender Beets with Detroit Dark Red

Detroit Dark Red beets are a perfect addition to any garden, offering high yields of delicious, sweet, and tender roots. Whether you’re harvesting for fresh meals, pickling, or storing, these beets will deliver excellent results. Enjoy the taste of homegrown beets that are easy to grow and full of flavor.

Order your Detroit Dark Red Beet seeds today and grow your own nutritious, flavorful harvest!