Detroit Dark Red Beet Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Detroit Dark Red beet seeds outside 4 weeks before the last expected frost. Soften the seeds by soaking them in water for 2 hours, then plant in full sun and well drained soil. Sow them 1" deep and 1" apart in rows 1-2' apart. Tamp down the earth above the seeds to ensure good contact with the soil, and germination should take place in 5-15 days. Add compost or other organic matter for healthy growth. For companion planting benefits, plant Detroit Dark Red beet seeds with bush beans, onions, or members of the cabbage family; avoid planting them near pole beans.
Growing: Since each beet "seed" holds up to 8 actual seeds, the seedlings will need to be thinned to 3" apart. The uprooted plants do well as a second crop, as transplanting them will set them about 2 weeks behind the original plants. Take care not to bruise the seedlings when weeding. They love cool weather, and can survive temperatures down to 25F.
Harvesting: Beets have the best taste and tenderness when they are harvested between 1" and 3" in diameter. After pulling them, twist off the tops about 1" up the stem to prevent the beets from bleeding. Detroit Dark Red beets keep well for later use. They also produce lovely green tops that mature in 40 days. One-thrid of the tops can be harvested without damaging the plant.
Seed Saving: Since beets are wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Beet plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed. In warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching each other, in a cool and humid location - plant them again in early spring. The plants will soon go to seed in the spring; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store Detroit Dark Red beet seeds in a cool, dry place for up to five years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 1,200
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 16 Inches
Color: Red
Best Seeds Ever
I recently found a new seed supplier for my small garden & when I checked their website from, https://www.everwilde.com "I was very surprised at their website. The layout is awesome & easy to use. I ordered seeds for this summer I am very pleased with the Quality & the amount of seeds per package. I highly recommend them for your seed needs for big farms or your flower garden.
Beets
Great pkg. Seeds look great. Didn't realize how much two lbs of beet seeds were. We will be using them in our garden so we can make our own beet powder....thanks a lot.
Wonderful
Excellent germination rates as always. I recommend Everwilde to everyone. A solid company to work with. Thanks again for all your hard work.
Love beets
I only order from Everwilde Farms. Would not order anywhere else!!!!!
Beet seed review
Received a nice fat package of seeds quickly! AND when planted got 100% germination. You never know what you're gonna get, but this time we'll be getting beets:)!
Very
Enjoyed talking to the person that took my order. It was fast and pleasent. He was a Great.
Can't BEET the prices!
Great selection and nice varieties to choose from. Best prices around!
Awesome Seeds
Always very satisfied with seeds purchased from Everwilde. Excellent quality, great packaging (resealable), great prices, and very fast shipping. Highly recommend !!
Awesome
I ordered these beets on a Wednesday and received them on a Monday. Can't wait to see how they look when grown. Usually buy Ferry Morris seeds. Can't wait to seethe difference. Planted a fall crop so we shall see.
Ready for my 2022 garden season
I received my order in a very prompt manor.
Excited to get started for 2022
good seed
Completely pleased with ever wilde seeds
Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.
Seeds at the last minute
Good job thanks timely sent great product...
packaging
great packaging
wii buy from you again
Thanks
Thanks so much for having the beet seed this year. Last year I tried to get and it was unavailble every where. I did try the cylindra beet and it was awesome to.
All time favorite
What can you say about a beet that`s been around forever. Tops & roots great eating.
Best seeds at Price
I ordered for coming season, arrived a tad late due to Christmas shipping delays. Which is fine as I ordered earlier than I used to do. I suggest buyers have their growing/planting plans in place, look at site to see if in-stock or in stock yet in some cases and buy when offered too, as these seed stay fresh sealed in the packets a long time and can freeze them too. I keep them out of freezer first year or so then freeze them and have had them last for many years.
Beets
Seeds have been planted. 4oz. Of beet seeds takes up a lot of space. I'll let you k now in 6weeks
VerySatisfied!
I hope this product is as good as the services!
Germinated in 4 days
Everwilde seeds are the best! These seeds were sprouting in 4 days. Love the resealable seed pack.
Seed Purchase
I've been buying my garden seeds from Everwilde Farms for a number of years now and have never been disappointed, their selection is limited compared to other seed companies but what they sell is top notched. My only concern is why their shipping is twice as much thru them compared to buying their seeds that they sell on Ebay.
Healthy vegi
I don't think there is a better all around beet than the Detroit dark red fresh or caned it's or with out Onions there the best
WE LOVE THESE SEEDS!
We buy seeds from dozens of companies, and, we were so very impressed with the packaging! We will be regular customers!
DESCRIPTION
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Detroit Dark Red beet seeds outside 4 weeks before the last expected frost. Soften the seeds by soaking them in water for 2 hours, then plant in full sun and well drained soil. Sow them 1" deep and 1" apart in rows 1-2' apart. Tamp down the earth above the seeds to ensure good contact with the soil, and germination should take place in 5-15 days. Add compost or other organic matter for healthy growth. For companion planting benefits, plant Detroit Dark Red beet seeds with bush beans, onions, or members of the cabbage family; avoid planting them near pole beans.
Growing: Since each beet "seed" holds up to 8 actual seeds, the seedlings will need to be thinned to 3" apart. The uprooted plants do well as a second crop, as transplanting them will set them about 2 weeks behind the original plants. Take care not to bruise the seedlings when weeding. They love cool weather, and can survive temperatures down to 25F.
Harvesting: Beets have the best taste and tenderness when they are harvested between 1" and 3" in diameter. After pulling them, twist off the tops about 1" up the stem to prevent the beets from bleeding. Detroit Dark Red beets keep well for later use. They also produce lovely green tops that mature in 40 days. One-thrid of the tops can be harvested without damaging the plant.
Seed Saving: Since beets are wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Beet plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed. In warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching each other, in a cool and humid location - plant them again in early spring. The plants will soon go to seed in the spring; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store Detroit Dark Red beet seeds in a cool, dry place for up to five years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 1,200
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 16 Inches
Color: Red
Reviews
Review
Best Seeds Ever
I recently found a new seed supplier for my small garden & when I checked their website from, https://www.everwilde.com "I was very surprised at their website. The layout is awesome & easy to use. I ordered seeds for this summer I am very pleased with the Quality & the amount of seeds per package. I highly recommend them for your seed needs for big farms or your flower garden.
Review
Beets
Great pkg. Seeds look great. Didn't realize how much two lbs of beet seeds were. We will be using them in our garden so we can make our own beet powder....thanks a lot.
Review
Wonderful
Excellent germination rates as always. I recommend Everwilde to everyone. A solid company to work with. Thanks again for all your hard work.
Review
Love beets
I only order from Everwilde Farms. Would not order anywhere else!!!!!
Review
Beet seed review
Received a nice fat package of seeds quickly! AND when planted got 100% germination. You never know what you're gonna get, but this time we'll be getting beets:)!
Review
Very
Enjoyed talking to the person that took my order. It was fast and pleasent. He was a Great.
Review
Can't BEET the prices!
Great selection and nice varieties to choose from. Best prices around!
Review
Awesome Seeds
Always very satisfied with seeds purchased from Everwilde. Excellent quality, great packaging (resealable), great prices, and very fast shipping. Highly recommend !!
Review
Awesome
I ordered these beets on a Wednesday and received them on a Monday. Can't wait to see how they look when grown. Usually buy Ferry Morris seeds. Can't wait to seethe difference. Planted a fall crop so we shall see.
Review
Ready for my 2022 garden season
I received my order in a very prompt manor.
Excited to get started for 2022
Review
good seed
Completely pleased with ever wilde seeds
Review
Love packaging. High hopes for seeds.
Review
Seeds at the last minute
Good job thanks timely sent great product...
Review
packaging
great packaging
wii buy from you again
Review
Thanks
Thanks so much for having the beet seed this year. Last year I tried to get and it was unavailble every where. I did try the cylindra beet and it was awesome to.
Review
All time favorite
What can you say about a beet that`s been around forever. Tops & roots great eating.
Review
Best seeds at Price
I ordered for coming season, arrived a tad late due to Christmas shipping delays. Which is fine as I ordered earlier than I used to do. I suggest buyers have their growing/planting plans in place, look at site to see if in-stock or in stock yet in some cases and buy when offered too, as these seed stay fresh sealed in the packets a long time and can freeze them too. I keep them out of freezer first year or so then freeze them and have had them last for many years.
Review
Beets
Seeds have been planted. 4oz. Of beet seeds takes up a lot of space. I'll let you k now in 6weeks
Review
VerySatisfied!
I hope this product is as good as the services!
Review
Germinated in 4 days
Everwilde seeds are the best! These seeds were sprouting in 4 days. Love the resealable seed pack.
Review
Seed Purchase
I've been buying my garden seeds from Everwilde Farms for a number of years now and have never been disappointed, their selection is limited compared to other seed companies but what they sell is top notched. My only concern is why their shipping is twice as much thru them compared to buying their seeds that they sell on Ebay.
Review
Healthy vegi
I don't think there is a better all around beet than the Detroit dark red fresh or caned it's or with out Onions there the best
Review
WE LOVE THESE SEEDS!
We buy seeds from dozens of companies, and, we were so very impressed with the packaging! We will be regular customers!