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Description
Beta vulgaris
These whoppers can grow to 6″ without becoming woody and are exceptional keepers.
Heirloom storage beet with large, sweet roots and large, robust, glossy green leaves with pink-streaked stems. Very reliable market gardener favorite, and also your go-to for winning "largest" at the county fair. Open pollinated.
Seeds grown by Twisp River Seeds in Twisp, Washington, and Oasis Homestead in Nampa, Idaho.
125 Seeds.
Directions: Direct seed outdoors in early spring. Thin to 3-4" spacing, with 6" spacing between rows. Seed in late summer for a fall crop.
|
Planting Depth |
Seed Spacing |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
|
½” |
4-6" |
7-14 |
60-70 |