McKenzie Beet Detroit Dark Red Jumbo Pack Seeds

Detroit Dark Red is a classic all-purpose beet producing round, deep red roots with tender, fine-textured flesh and rich, earthy flavour. This reliable variety is excellent for fresh eating, roasting, pickling, canning, and freezing, with nutritious edible greens.

Why you’ll love it:

• Classic heirloom beet with rich, earthy flavour
• Uniform, round roots with tender texture
• Reliable yields and slow to bolt
• Edible greens add extra harvest value

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~7–14 days
• Days to Harvest: ~50–60 days
• Root Size: Medium, round

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Classic beet variety; excellent for fresh use and preserving

Suggested Uses:
Direct sow seeds in early spring as soon as soil can be worked, or again in midsummer for fall harvests. Thin seedlings for proper spacing and maintain even moisture. Harvest roots when tender and enjoy roasted, pickled, or fresh; greens can be used like spinach.

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