Beet Seeds, Bulls Blood

ID: #595389

Description

Sow one row for the beautiful greens, and another row for the delicious roots! 'Bull's Blood' is valued for its tender, sweet, dark red, almost burgundy foliage. Selected from a French heirloom for the darkest colored leaves, the 16" "greens" rival chard and spinach for delectability and nutritional content. The roots are also quite tasty when harvested small. Beets are excellent for mild climates where multiple crops are possible. Days to Maturity: 50–60 days Family: Amaranthaceae Type: Beet Native: Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean region Hardiness: Frost-tolerant biennial grown as an annual Exposure: Full sun Plant Dimensions: Leaf tops to 16" tall Variety Info: Dark red roots are 2"–3" in diameter and may have candy-striped zoning throughout the interior. 'Bulls Blood' is an excellent variety for the small, tender, beautifully colored tops that are tasty in salads. Burgundy leaf tops are most tender at baby green size. Dark red roots are sweet and flavorful...