Organic Chioggia Beet Seeds - 1/4 LB ~6 000 Seeds - Non-GMO Open Pollinated Heirloom Vegetable Gardening Seeds

Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.Early Wonder came into being sometime around 1911. This is truly one of the best beet varieties for greens. Whereas the other great variety for greens has magenta leaves these are emerald green. Early wonder tops are fast growing sweet flavorful and grow upwards of 18\. Early Wonder beets have three inch roots are smooth half-flat bright red and grow to about 3\ in diameter. Early Wonder seems to do a bit better in Southern climates than other beets but still keep in mind beets are a cool weather crop. Sustainable Seed Company values food independence and sustainability through green agricultural and business practices. Our mission is to ensure a more sustainable future with healthier food options and integrity to the quality of our products. We do this by preserving one of our most precious resources - seeds!

Red Round Beet Seeds. 60 Days. Beta vulgaris. Non-GMO Heirloom Open Pollinated High Germination Rate. Ready to harvest in roughly 60 days from seed sowing. Dark red with long red stems and green leaves. Annual prefers full sun and cooler temps. Plant in spring after danger of frost. About 1 500 seeds per ounce.

Early Wonder Tall Top Beet Garden Seed. Beta vulgaris. This strain of beet is used as a first early variety of beet for mid-summer sowing and storage. Benefits from full sun to partial shade lighting. At 35 days the baby greens can be harvested. At 45 days the full leaf greens can be harvested and at 55 days the roots are ready for harvest. Height - up to 18 . Spacing - 1 inch. Spread - 12 inches. Depth - 1/2 inch. Eat beet tops before any sign of wilting for maximum flavor. In most cases the smaller the beet the sweeter the beet and the larger the beet the more earthy the beet will taste. Vinegar pairs well with beets making pickled beets a great addition to many meals. Walnut oil pairs very well with warm beets. To minimize the beet color from excessive bleeding leave the stem plug in place and skin on while cooking. Many health enthuseists juice beets for health benefits. Approx. 1 200 seeds/oz.

Rainbow Blend beets are an exciting variety of beet with 5 different colors in the blend. They are easy to grow at home. Plant seeds ½” below the soil surface directly outside in full sun in either an individual container or a garden. Each beet root will grow to be up to 3” wide so plant seeds around 4” apart. Foliage will grow to be 6-12” inches tall and roots will grow to be 2-4” long when it is time to harvest. Fertilizer may help enhance plant growth if soil is not rich. It is time to harvest when roots are 2-3” inches wide and this can be done by pulling them out or digging for them if necessary. After harvest beets make an excellent addition to any dish that needs an extra zest and color added to it. Leaves can be stored for up to 2 days and roots can be stored up to 10 days both should be refrigerated.