The Detroit Dark Red Heirloom Beet is one of the most popular beets.
Seeds per packet: (3g) approx. 200+ seeds
Hardiness Zone: Annual 2-11 (Biennial 6-11)
Days to Maturity: 55-60
Days to Germination: 5-14
Seeding Depth: 1/2"
Plant Spacing: 3-4"
Row Spacing: 12"
Plant Height: 8-12"
Growth Habit: Rooted and leafy upright
Soil Preference: Loose, sandy, loamy, well-drained
Temperature Preference: 55-70 °F
Light Preference: Full sun - partial shade
Pests and Disease: Monitor for aphids and leafhoppers which may lead to any number of yellowing and leaf-spotting diseases.
Detroit Dark Red Color: Deep burgundy flesh and juice
Detroit Dark Red Flavor: Sweet and classic beet flavor
The round, smooth roots are about 3" in diameter and keep well for canning.
Detroit Dark Red heirloom beets are vegetables that hail from Ontario, Canada, where a Mr. Reeves developed them from blood turnips.
This Heirloom variety was introduced in 1892.
