Ferry-Morse
Detroit Dark Red
Beet
Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris
OrganicNon-GMONon-Neonic
About (From this Label)
Beet Detroit Dark Red is high in vitamins A, B2, B6, and C. Dark red and globe-shaped roots have crisp, sweet, tender flesh. Introduced by Ferry-Morse, this variety is ideal for home canning and pickling.
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Keep Moist
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Germination
8–10 days
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Days to Maturity
60 days
Fruit Size
3 in
How to Plant
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
1 in
Seed Spacing
4 in
Row Spacing
1.5 ft
Thin To
4 in
Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)
Sow in rows as early as the ground can be worked. After planting, press down covering with soil firmly. It performs best in full sun and well drained soil. When the tops are about 6 inches tall, pull the plants until the roots are 4 inches apart. Harvest when roots are 3 inches in diameter.
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