McKenzie Beet Detroit Dark Red Seeds

Beet Detroit Dark Red produces globe-shaped roots with deep crimson flesh and a classic sweet flavour. This reliable garden beet is excellent for fresh eating, roasting, steaming, or pickling, and also offers nutritious greens that can be used in salads or cooked dishes.

Why you’ll love it:

• Classic deep red beets with sweet, tender flesh
• Versatile roots for roasting, steaming, or pickling
• Edible nutritious greens for salads or sautés
• Reliable and easy to grow in home gardens

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable (root crop)
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~7–14 days
• Days to Harvest: ~55–70 days
• Root Size: ~5–7 cm (2–3 in) diameter

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Deep red colour; sweet flavour; edible greens

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds directly outdoors in well-drained, fertile soil after all danger of frost. Space seeds according to packet directions and keep soil evenly moist through establishment. Harvest roots when desired size is reached and enjoy roasted, steamed, pickled, or fresh; greens are great in salads or cooked dishes.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.