Beet - Detroit Dark Red
Smooth, sweet roots. Premier bunching matched for canning and pickling quality and robust flavor. Small taproot. Resistant to downy mildew. Resistant to bolting. Globe-shaped roots, dark red flesh, and excellent quality. Tops are of medium length (12"-15"), green with a maroon tinge. Ideal for summer or fall harvest. Unsurpassed for winter storage.
Days to Germination- 10
Days to Maturity- 60
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Planting Depth- .25" to .5"
Plant Spacing- 1" to 2"
Row Spacing- 12" to 24"
Mature Height- 13" to 16"
Harvest Size- 1" to 3" in diameter
Disease Resistance- Downy Mildew
Planting Dates- Spring: 1/15-3/15 Fall: 8/15-11/15
LSU AgCenter Louisiana Vegetable Planting Guide
Days to Germination- 10
Days to Maturity- 60
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Planting Depth- .25" to .5"
Plant Spacing- 1" to 2"
Row Spacing- 12" to 24"
Mature Height- 13" to 16"
Harvest Size- 1" to 3" in diameter
Disease Resistance- Downy Mildew
Planting Dates- Spring: 1/15-3/15 Fall: 8/15-11/15
LSU AgCenter Louisiana Vegetable Planting Guide