Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds

  • Detroit Dark Red Beet vegetable seeds for deep-red, sweet roots and nutritious leafy greens for the home garden.
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Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds

Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds

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Packet Size: 300 Seeds

Detroit Dark Red Beet delivers classic heirloom flavor with smooth, deep-red roots that grow to about three inches across. Its sweet, tender flesh makes it ideal for fresh eating, roasting, or pickling, while the leafy green tops serve as a versatile bonus crop. This dependable and early-maturing variety provides consistent results in gardens and raised beds.

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Growing Information

Planting

  • Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring once the soil can be worked and nighttime temperatures begin to moderate.
  • Plant seeds about one inch apart in rows, and plan to thin seedlings to a final spacing of three to four inches apart.
  • Detroit Dark Red grows well in loose, fertile soil with a mature height of roughly 12–18 inches and a spread of about 12 inches.
  • Mixing a few fast-sprouting radish seeds with beet seeds can help mark the rows and make early care easier.
  • Plant additional successions every two to three weeks to ensure a prolonged harvest window.

Maintenance

  • Keep soil consistently moist to support even root development and prevent cracking.
  • Thin seedlings early to allow proper spacing, which helps each beet form a uniform round shape.
  • Weed frequently to reduce competition but avoid deep cultivation that may disturb shallow roots.
  • Monitor for leaf miners and remove affected foliage promptly to maintain vigorous top growth.
  • Applying a light mulch can help regulate soil temperature and retain moisture during warm spells.

Harvest & Storage

  • Detroit Dark Red beets typically mature in about 55 days, allowing for a steady harvest throughout the season.
  • Roots are best harvested when they reach 2–3 inches in diameter to ensure the sweetest flavor and most tender texture.
  • You may harvest baby beets earlier to encourage the remaining roots to size up evenly.
  • Store unwashed roots in a cool, humid place to extend freshness and maintain firmness.
  • The leafy tops can be enjoyed immediately but should be refrigerated and used within a few days for best quality.