Detroit Dark Red
Beet · Globe
Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris
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Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family) · Genus: Beta
About
Extremely sweet, perfectly round beets, 3" across, have deep red skin and dark red flesh. Medium sized tops.
Characteristics
Color
Red
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Half-Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Keep Moist
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Germination
8–10 days
at 40–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
59–60 days
Fruit Size
3 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5–1 in
Seed Spacing
3–4 in
Row Spacing
12–18 in
Thin To
3 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
50–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40–95 °F
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Air Temp
20–85 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
SOW in well-worked soil after danger of frost in spring. In frost-free areas, sow in fall. Sow thinly in rows 12" apart and cover with 1/2" of fine soil. Firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Thin to stand about 3" apart when seedlings are 1-2" tall.
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