Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds – Vegetable Plant
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Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds
Grow the classic Detroit Dark Red Beet from premium-quality seeds. This heirloom favorite produces smooth, round roots with deep ruby-red flesh, outstanding sweetness, and tender edible greens, making it perfect for fresh salads, roasting, pickling, juicing, canning, and home gardens.
Key Features
Rich Deep Red Color
Produces smooth, globe-shaped roots with uniform, dark red flesh and excellent visual appeal.
Sweet, Tender Flavor
Highly regarded for its mild sweetness and fine texture, making it ideal for fresh or cooked dishes.
Dual-Purpose Harvest
Enjoy both flavorful beet roots and nutritious leafy greens harvested throughout the growing season.
Reliable Garden Performer
An easy-to-grow heirloom that performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and large containers.
Growing Highlights
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Beta vulgaris |
| Common Name (US) | Detroit Dark Red Beet |
| Variety | Detroit Dark Red |
| Seed Type | Vegetable Seed |
| Plant Type | Annual Root Vegetable |
| USDA Zones | 2–11 (Annual) |
| Planting Season | Spring or Late Summer |
| Harvest Season | Late Spring through Fall |
| Sowing Depth | ½ inch |
| Germination | 5–14 Days at 50–85°F (10–29°C) |
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil | Loose, Fertile, Well-Drained Soil |
| Watering | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 12–18 inches |
| Plant Spacing | 3–4 inches |
Growing Guide
Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds
Enjoy dependable harvests of sweet, deep red heirloom beets with tender edible greens, outstanding flavor, and excellent versatility for fresh and cooked recipes.