BEETS
Beets are at their best during cool weather. In mild summer climates they may be planted as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring and then right through the summer until about 2 months before the first fall frost. In warmer climates they are sown in spring and fall to mature in relatively cool seasons. Sow seeds 1-inch apart, thin to 2-inches apart when the plants are about 2 weeks old. The thinnings are edible and very nutritious. Roots are at their highest quality when they are between the size of a golf ball and tennis ball. Packet is 5 grams, about 300 seeds.
VG31 CHIOGGIA BEET SEEDS
(OP) 55 days
An Italian heirloom that is cherry-red on the outside with alternating rings of white and cherry-red on the inside. It is often referred to as the "Candystripe" beet. Chioggia is a sweet, tender and succulent beauty that will be a tasty and dazzling addition to your salads or vegetable trays.
VG35 GOLDEN BEET SEEDS
(OP) 60 days
An outstanding 2-3 inch top shaped beet that is very sweet and mild. It does not bleed and is an excellent addition to salads. Yellow flesh with orange skin--it turns a beautiful golden-yellow when cooked. Tops are sweet and delicious.
VG37 RED ACE BEET SEEDS
50 days
Widely considered the best all-around red beet, it is deep red, sweet and tender. Grows well under a variety of conditions and is quite vigorous. Maintains its high quality even when large.
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