Beet Detroit Dark Red

When you want rich, flavorful beets all season long, Detroit Dark Red delivers. These hardy roots grow beautifully for fresh eating and excellent winter storage.

Planting guide: Planting depth: 1/2″ or 13mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Spacing between rows: 12″-18″ or 30-45cm. Spacing after thinning: 2″-3″ or 5-7.5cm. Days to maturity: 63

Beets should be direct sown from May through July for continuous production. Beets prefer a well drained sandy loam. The roots are globe-shaped with solid deep red flesh that’s rich and flavorful. This beet is an excellent variety for late sowing and winter storage.