Beetroot Detroit Dark Red
Botanical name: Beta vulgaris
Seed heritage: Ontario, Canada 1892
Detroit Dark Red is regarded as the most popular variety of beets, celebrated for its delicious and dependable roots. This beet is characterised by its round, smooth, blood-red roots that can grow up to 7cm in diameter, and is topped with vibrant green, edible leaves. Its flavour is tender, mild, and sweet with a fine-grained texture, and is suitable for fresh eating or preservation. The young, tender leaves can be eaten raw, while the more mature ones are suitable for steaming or stir-frying.
Pot Size: 4cm
Botanical name: Beta vulgaris
Seed heritage: Ontario, Canada 1892
Detroit Dark Red is regarded as the most popular variety of beets, celebrated for its delicious and dependable roots. This beet is characterised by its round, smooth, blood-red roots that can grow up to 7cm in diameter, and is topped with vibrant green, edible leaves. Its flavour is tender, mild, and sweet with a fine-grained texture, and is suitable for fresh eating or preservation. The young, tender leaves can be eaten raw, while the more mature ones are suitable for steaming or stir-frying.
Pot Size: 4cm
Botanical name: Beta vulgaris
Seed heritage: Ontario, Canada 1892
Detroit Dark Red is regarded as the most popular variety of beets, celebrated for its delicious and dependable roots. This beet is characterised by its round, smooth, blood-red roots that can grow up to 7cm in diameter, and is topped with vibrant green, edible leaves. Its flavour is tender, mild, and sweet with a fine-grained texture, and is suitable for fresh eating or preservation. The young, tender leaves can be eaten raw, while the more mature ones are suitable for steaming or stir-frying.
Pot Size: 4cm
Plant Information
Grow Guide
Ease of Growth
Easy
Life Cycle
Biennial grown as an annual
Planting Season
Spring, summer, and autumn
Plant Use
Culinary
Edible Parts
Roots and leaves
Days to Maturity
20 to 30 days from transplant
Hardiness
Cold hardy and frost tolerant
Light Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Soil Conditions
Fertile and well draining
Plant Spacing
10cm on centre
Plant Height
30cm tall
Support Structure
No structure needed
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