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McKenzie Seeds Organic Beet Seeds, Detroit Dark Red

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McKenzie Seeds Organic Beet Seeds, Detroit Dark Red is organic beet seeds for an all-purpose beet variety that produces round, dark red roots for fresh meals and preserving. It’s a dependable choice for gardeners who want a classic beet with familiar kitchen versatility.

Detroit Dark Red develops a smooth, dark red root with a rich colour that looks great on the plate. The roots are described as tender and fine-grained throughout, which helps deliver a pleasant bite from early pulls through full harvest size. This variety is also noted for an incredibly sweet taste for beets, making it an easy fit for everyday cooking when you want flavour that holds up in simple preparations.

When it comes to storage and pantry goals, this is a preserving variety built around flexible use. It’s listed as ideal for use fresh, canned, pickled and frozen, so you can enjoy it right away or set it aside for later without changing what you plant. The tops are great for salads too, adding extra value if you like using beet greens alongside the roots.

These heirloom beet seeds are also described with practical garden traits that matter when you’re planning a productive bed. The plants are noted as slow to bolt, which supports steadier root development across changing weather. They’re also listed as a high yielder and a long keeper, giving you a beet that suits both harvest-day eating and longer-term storage goals.
Specifications
Light: Full Sun; Germination: 10 - 12 Days; Maturity: 50 - 60 Days; Approximate Seed Count: 120 - 130; Seed Depth: 1/2 Inch; Plant Spacing: 3 Inch; Row Spacing: 12 Inch; Bee Safe: Yes; Genetically Modified Organism (GMO): No; Heirloom: Yes; Organic: Yes.

Specifications

Light Full Sun
Germination 10 - 12 Days
Maturity 50 - 60 Days
Approximate Seed Count 120 - 130
Seed Depth 1/2 Inch
Plant Spacing 3 Inch
Row Spacing 12 Inch
Bee Safe Yes
Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) No
Heirloom Yes
Organic Yes
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