Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds – 500 Heirloom Vegetable Garden Seeds for Planting

Detroit Dark Red Beet is a classic heirloom variety prized for its smooth, round roots and rich, deep red color. This reliable beet has been a garden favorite for generations, producing uniform roots with sweet, earthy flavor that is excellent for fresh eating, roasting, pickling, and canning. The leafy tops are also edible and can be enjoyed as nutritious greens.

These heirloom beet seeds are a great choice for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and container growing. Detroit Dark Red beets are known for their dependable performance and adaptability, making them a rewarding crop for both beginner and experienced gardeners. With 500 seeds, you can plant multiple successions for a steady harvest throughout the growing season.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with deep red, round roots
• Sweet, earthy flavor ideal for fresh use, pickling, and canning
• Edible greens can be harvested as baby leaf or mature greens
• Uniform roots with smooth skin and good internal color
• Reliable and productive in a range of garden settings

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
• Plant Type: Biennial grown as annual
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, loose, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Root vegetable with leafy tops
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11
• Bloom Season: Not applicable; grown for roots and greens
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Germination Requirements: Direct sow after last frost; soil temperature 50-85°F
• Spacing: 3-4 inches between plants, 12-18 inches between rows

Planting & Care

Direct sow Detroit Dark Red beet seeds in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in spring, or in late summer for a fall crop. Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination. Thin seedlings to 3-4 inches apart once they are a few inches tall to allow roots to develop properly. Beets grow best in loose, well-drained soil free of rocks and clumps.

Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during root development. Mulching can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest beets when roots reach 2-3 inches in diameter for tender, sweet flavor. For continuous harvest, sow small batches every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

What's Included

500 Detroit Dark Red Beet seeds (heirloom vegetable garden seeds for planting).