Organic Beet Early Wonder Tall Top – McKenzie Seeds
Beta vulgaris
- Heirloom
- Tops taste similar to chard
- Tops can be cooked like spinach, roots can be pickled or frozen
- 10 – 12Â days to germinationÂ
- 50 – 55 days to maturity
- Certified Organic
The globular dark red roots are tender and delicious. Can be used fresh, canned or pickled. Leaves make great tasting greens. Sow seeds at 3-week intervals.
3g. (Approx. 125-150 seeds)
INSTRUCTIONS
Sow seed directly in soil once all danger of frost has passed. Plant in fertile well drained soil. Water adequately in dry weather.
Planting Depth:Â 1.3 cm (1/2″)
Seed Spacing:Â 2.5 cm (1″)
Plantling Spacing:Â 8 cm (3″)
Row Spacing:Â 30 cm (12″)
SUGGESTIONS
To prevent beet bleeding, it is best to remove the skin after cooking.
