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Beet Seeds - Detroit Dark Red
$2.75
$2.95
Save $0.20🌱 Approx. 200 Premium Seeds
(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Detroit Dark Red Beet – The World Standard for Deep Color and Delicious Flavor
Since its introduction in 1892, the Detroit Dark Red has been the most popular heirloom beet in the world—and for good reason. It is the absolute gold standard for a dependable, multi-purpose beet. At The Seed Guy, we recommend this variety to every gardener because of its uniform, 3-inch globe-shaped roots and its stunning, blood-red color that stays vibrant even after cooking or canning. If you want a beet that looks as good as it tastes, this is the winner.
The flavor is remarkably sweet and the texture is smooth, making it a favorite for eating fresh, roasting, or pickling. Any vegetable that can go from seed to table while providing both a stunning visual and incredible flavor is a gardener's dream, and the Detroit Dark Red is a powerhouse in that department. Plus, the dark green leaves with red veins are packed with nutrients and make an excellent addition to any salad or stir-fry.
Why choose heirloom Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ The world’s most popular heirloom beet
✅ Deep, uniform red color (no internal zoning)
✅ Exceptionally sweet flavor and smooth texture
✅ Excellent for canning, pickling, and fresh eating
✅ Prolific producer of high-nutrient greens
✅ Very hardy and adaptable to many soil types
Quick Growing Specifications:
Hardiness Zone: 3-10
Days to Maturity: 55-60 Days
Planting Depth: 1/2" Deep
Plant Spacing: 3-4" Apart
Germination: 10-14 Days
Detroit Dark Red Beet Planting Instructions:
1. Timing: Beets are cold-hardy. Plant in full sun in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or sow in late summer for a bountiful fall harvest.
2. Sowing: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep. Since beet "seeds" are actually clusters, you will need to thin the seedlings to about 3-4 inches apart once they are established.
3. Care: Beets need consistent moisture to keep the roots from becoming woody. Keep the area weed-free so the roots have plenty of room to expand.
4. Harvesting: Harvest the greens when they are 4-6 inches tall for the best flavor. For the roots, harvest when they are about 2-3 inches in diameter for peak sweetness.
5. Pests & Disease: Keep an eye out for leaf miners. Detroit Dark Red is quite hardy, but maintaining even moisture and good soil drainage will prevent most common root issues.
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🌱 Approx. 200 Premium Seeds
(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Detroit Dark Red Beet – The World Standard for Deep Color and Delicious Flavor
Since its introduction in 1892, the Detroit Dark Red has been the most popular heirloom beet in the world—and for good reason. It is the absolute gold standard for a dependable, multi-purpose beet. At The Seed Guy, we recommend this variety to every gardener because of its uniform, 3-inch globe-shaped roots and its stunning, blood-red color that stays vibrant even after cooking or canning. If you want a beet that looks as good as it tastes, this is the winner.
The flavor is remarkably sweet and the texture is smooth, making it a favorite for eating fresh, roasting, or pickling. Any vegetable that can go from seed to table while providing both a stunning visual and incredible flavor is a gardener's dream, and the Detroit Dark Red is a powerhouse in that department. Plus, the dark green leaves with red veins are packed with nutrients and make an excellent addition to any salad or stir-fry.
Why choose heirloom Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ The world’s most popular heirloom beet
✅ Deep, uniform red color (no internal zoning)
✅ Exceptionally sweet flavor and smooth texture
✅ Excellent for canning, pickling, and fresh eating
✅ Prolific producer of high-nutrient greens
✅ Very hardy and adaptable to many soil types
Beet Seeds - Detroit Dark Red
$2.75
$2.95
Save $0.20