Detroit Beetroot – 50 Seeds, Round Root, Red Flesh, Food Grade, Easy to Grow, High Germination, Non-GMO
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Discover the joy of home gardening with our Detroit Beet seeds , a classic and reliable variety, perfect for every gardening enthusiast, from beginner to expert. These seeds guarantee a robust plant and superior-quality roots, ideal for those who want to bring fresh, healthy, home-grown produce to the table. Detroit Beet is renowned for its perfectly rounded roots, deep, vibrant red flesh, and exceptionally sweet, earthy flavor. With a high germination rate and guaranteed non-GMO status, it's an excellent choice for a productive, natural garden.
Product technical details:
- Botanical name: Beta vulgaris L. 'Detroit Dark Red'
- Quantity of seeds: Package containing 50 selected seeds
- Plant Type and Cultivation Cycle: Biennial plant, commonly grown as an annual for root production. Rapid-medium cultivation cycle, ready in about 60-80 days from sowing.
- Plant height: Typically reaches a height of 30-40 cm (aerial part, including leaves)
- Uses: Primarily culinary. The roots are excellent raw in salads, steamed, roasted, in soups, or juices. The young leaves can be harvested and eaten like spinach.
- Tasting Notes: The root is round and regular in shape, with a smooth skin. The flesh is a deep, intense red, without white rings, and offers a sweet, distinctive flavor with light earthy notes. The leaves are dark green and tender when young.
- Hardiness and Origin: A hardy variety that adapts to different climates and soil types. Considered a "heirloom" or traditional variety due to its history and stability.
- Sowing period: Ideal in spring (March-May) and late summer (July-August) for subsequent harvests.
- Harvest period: Generally begins 8-10 weeks after sowing, from June to October, depending on the planting period.
- Optimal conditions for germination: Soil temperature between 10°C and 25°C. Keep the soil moist but not saturated.
- Soil type: Prefers deep, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Ideal pH: neutral or slightly alkaline (6.0-7.5).
- Recommended exposure: Full sun for at least 6 hours a day, but also tolerates light partial shade.
- Germination time: Generally between 7 and 14 days under optimal conditions.
- Pot or open ground cultivation: Suitable for both open ground cultivation, ensuring space for root development, and in large pots or containers (minimum 20-25 cm deep).
- Quality Specifications: Our organic garden seeds are Non-GMO (not genetically modified) and boast a high germination rate , ensuring a high success rate in cultivation.
Choosing Detroit Beet seeds means choosing an easy and rewarding grow . This extremely versatile variety offers a high yield and guarantees exceptionally flavorful roots with a deep red color, perfect for adding freshness and health to your table. Ideal for those seeking superior garden seeds that promise abundant and hassle-free harvests, this beet will quickly become a mainstay in your garden, bringing the authentic taste of nature right to your home.