Latin: | Beta vulgaris |
Lot Number: | BE23506 |
Detroit dark Red Beet was introduced in 1892, and this traditional favorite produces uniform medium sized 5-8 cm, (2-3") beets with dark red skins. Tasty, sweet and smooth it is a great storage beet that is also good for canning. The dark red roots grow easily and stay tender even when 10 cm, (4") across and larger. Plants grow to an average height of around 30-38 cm (12-15”) with a spread that is 25-30 cm (10-12”) wide.
Approximately 55 seeds per gram. Each pack contains 3 grams of seed.
- About Wildrose Heritage Seed Company
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Wildrose Heritage Seed Company Limited offers only ‘heirloom’ vegetable seeds for one simple reason: These seeds represent our history from generation to generation and they represent our future food security as well. We encourage you to save the seed from our open-pollinated seed varieties that we offer. With the proper growing techniques and the proper seed saving methods, you can reliably grow and enjoy the same plants for generations to come. We strive to offer only the highest quality agricultural seed available that fits our ethical profile.