Description
Beta vulgaris
Beetroot ‘Detroit Red’ is a popular variety with dark red roots to 7cm. Leaves are edible, raw or cooked. Leaves may be used as a spinach substitute. Can be grown for microgreens. Soak seeds overnight before sowing.
Original price was: $0.50.$0.20Current price is: $0.20.
Beta vulgaris
for more details, see “Description” below
for growing information, see “Additional Information” below
Beta vulgaris
Beetroot ‘Detroit Red’ is a popular variety with dark red roots to 7cm. Leaves are edible, raw or cooked. Leaves may be used as a spinach substitute. Can be grown for microgreens. Soak seeds overnight before sowing.
Best By | Dec 2025 |
---|---|
Distance Apart | 8cm |
Germination | 7-14 days |
Harvest | 60 days |
Lifecycle | Biennial |
Method | Direct Sow, Raise Seedlings, Soak Seed Overnight |
Packet Quantity | 25 seeds |
Season | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
Sowing Months | April, February, March, May, November, October, September |
Depth to Sow | 8mm |
Latin Name | Beta vulgaris |
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.