{"product_id":"1g-beet-detroit-dark-red-seeds-heirloom-sweet-beets-with-juicy-roots-tender-greens","title":"1g Beet Detroit Dark Red Seeds | Heirloom Sweet Beets with Juicy Roots \u0026 Tender Greens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBeet Detroit Dark Red Seeds Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow the classic Beet Detroit Dark Red (Beta vulgaris) with this 1g packet of heirloom seeds. Known for its deep red, globe-shaped roots, this variety offers sweet and tender beets perfect for roasting, pickling, or juicing. The bright green tops are also edible and nutritious, suitable for salads, sautéing, or smoothies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Beta vulgaris (Detroit Dark Red)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed Quantity: 1g (approximately 60 seeds)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot Flavor: Sweet, earthy, and tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf Flavor: Mild and slightly sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses: Roasting, pickling, salads, juicing, sautéing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-yielding with vibrant deep red roots and bright green tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow, suitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDetroit Dark Red beets thrive in USDA Zones 3–10 and mature in about 55–60 days. They prefer full sun and fertile, well-drained, loose soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Moderate watering is essential to keep the soil consistently moist. This variety grows best in cool seasons, making it ideal for spring or fall planting. As a biennial grown as an annual, it provides a reliable and continuous supply of flavorful roots and greens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prosperity Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1g Beet Detroit Dark Red Seeds Beta vulgaris | Heirloom Sweet Beets for Planting | Juicy Roots \u0026 Tender Greens","offer_id":51497598320676,"sku":"sku-50092776390944","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0254\/3914\/1924\/files\/imagess_7dc056d4-3d03-4389-8e5e-a2c0cfb932e2.png?v=1789613908","url":"https:\/\/www.growitdepot.com\/products\/1g-beet-detroit-dark-red-seeds-heirloom-sweet-beets-with-juicy-roots-tender-greens","provider":"Grow It Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}