(Beta vulgaris)
Typical cultivars: Bulls blood
Characteristics: A wonderful red beet with deep red leaves. Perfect for all kinds of recipes. A good mid-season crop that is versatile and has a good yield.
Germination: 7-15 days at 12-20 C. Sow in mid spring in loose well-drained soil. Prefers a sandy loam. Keep moisture even throughout the germination process.
Harvest: Pull beets after 60 days. Plant in a sunny location.
Packet contains at least 150 seeds. Approximately 50 seeds/gram.