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Detroit Dark Red Beet - Certified Organic
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Soil and Nutrient Requirements |
Beets appreciate loose, well drained soils with acidity between 6.2 and 6.8, but they will tolerate 6.0-7.5 and a wide range of soil textures. Heavy clay soils can be helped by the addition of organic matter, but make sure it is well composted or it will increase the risk of scab. Best quality arises from deeply cultivated raised beds, free of stones and debris. Fertilize with the ratio of 1-2-2 (N-P-K) seven days before seeding. 1-3 side dressings may be necessary. Beets can suffer from internal black spot if boron levels are inadequate. Use 1lb of boron per acre. |
Position |
Full sun is best. |
Seeding Depth |
½”-3/4” |
Seeding Rate |
Roots: ~10 seeds/ft in single row. For Baby Leaf: ~40 seeds/ft in 2-4” bands. |
Plant Spacing |
Thin to 2-4” depending on desired size |
Row Spacing |
12-24" |
When to Sow |
Direct seed as soon as soil can be worked in the spring, or up to 6-8 weeks before fall frost. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 55-75°F. |
Other Considerations |
· Fluctuations in the weather can cause white zoning in the roots. · Keep beets well weeded. Beets fighting for space become tough and stringy. · Too much nitrogen can cause a lot of leaf growth at the expense of root development. |
Frost Tolerant |
Beets tolerate mild frost, but after a hard freeze they will not store well. |
Drought Tolerant |
Beets develop best with even moisture levels. Excessive fluctuation can cause cracking. |
Heat Tolerant |
Beets attain best quality and color in a cool climate. They can be planted as a spring or fall crop in southern gardens. |
Seed Specs |
1,250-1-875 seeds/oz (1,560 avg), 20,000- 30,000 seeds/lb (25,000avg) |
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Harvest |
Harvest when roots reach desired size. For winter storage, allow crop to stand for a few mild frosts, but harvest before a hard freeze. For beet greens, harvest starting around five weeks, or when leaves are ~3”. Use floating row covers to extend season. |
Storage |
Optimal storage conditions for roots are 32°F and 95% humidity, cut tops at 1” above crown, wash and let dry. Roots store well for up to 6 months. For best storage of greens, cool with water immediately after harvest and refrigerate in a plastic bag to retain moisture. |
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