Beet, Detroit Dark Red

Availability: In stock (12)

100 seeds

Great for canning and fresh eating, this variety is prolific and a good keeper, producing round, blood-red, 3"-diameter roots. This historic variety was introduced in 1892 by D.M. Ferry & Co. Original selections were made from the Early Blood Turnip by Mr. Reeves of Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. 60-65 days.

 

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