Beet Seeds (Organic) - Golden Detroit

BOTANICAL NAME

Beta vulgaris

LIFE CYCLE

• Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

• 50 to 60 days

GROWTH HABIT

• Leafy
• Upright

COLOR

• Red

Maturing in 50 to 60 days, Golden Detroit Organic Beets produces globe-shaped, bright orange roots with rich golden flesh. The roots grow quickly, staying sweet and tender even when large, and are excellent for roasting, pickling, and general cooking. Well-suited to most climates, Golden Detroit offers a mild flavor and attractive color that holds through preparation.

• • Vibrant heirloom variety doesn’t bleed when cooked and holds pickling brine well
• • Tender greens reach 12 to 18 inches high
• • Bright orange skin great for pickling and roasting; widely adapted to various growing conditions

PLANTING SEASON

• Cool Season

SOWING METHOD

• Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

• 1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

• Average

PLANT SPACING

• 4 to 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

• N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

• Soaking