Beet - Beta vulgaris (Crassa group)

Biennial Heirloom. The flesh of this unusual Italian heirloom has red-and-white alternating rings with an eye-catching scarlet skin. This striped beet has a sweet, peppery taste and are beautiful when sliced horizontally in a salad. The green tops are delicious and nutritious both raw and cooked. A popular seller at farmers' markets.

Did You Know? One beet has only 35 calories and is high in folic acid (especially important for pregnant women).

Soil Temperature: 50-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 5-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 2-4"
Days To Maturity: 55-65 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 2-4"
Approximate Seeds per Pack: 200 Seeds

Features

Heirloom
Open-Pollinated
Succession Planting

Characteristics

USDA Growing Zone: Certified Organic Product

Approximate Harvest Time : Summer-Fall

Growth Habit : Herbaceous

Life Cycle : Biennial

Plant Family : Amaranthaceae (Goosefoot)

Planting Time : Fall

Planting Time : Spring

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5

Soil pH : 6.6 - 7.0

Starting Location : Direct Sow

Sun Requirements : Partial Sun

Planting & Care

Soil & Water: Beets are easily grown, though they prefer deep, loose soil and even, moderate water. Mulch once established to protect the roots from heat.

Planting & Growing: Soak seeds for at least 12 hours before planting to promote germination. Space 2" for greens, 3" for summer harvest beets, and 4" for storage growing beets. Tolerates light shade.

Harvesting & Storage: For best flavor, harvest roots while they are 1"-3". To minimize moisture loss in the roots, twist off the greens. Roots store well in humid, cool conditions. Greens should be eaten within 1 or 2 days of picking.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

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Chioggia Beet Seeds (Organic)