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Organic Lutz Green Leaf Beet Seeds

Beta vulgaris

5.00 (1 reviews)
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow seeds outside 4 weeks before the last expected frost. Soften the seeds by soaking them in water for 2 hours, then plant in full sun and well drained soil. Sow them 1" deep and 1" apart in rows 1-2' apart. Tamp down the earth above the seeds to ensure good contact with the soil, and germination should take place in 5-15 days. Add compost or other organic matter for healthy growth. For companion planting benefits, plant beets with bush beans, onions, or members of the cabbage family; avoid planting them near pole beans.

Growing: Since each beet "seed" holds up to 8 actual seeds, the seedlings will need to be thinned to 3" apart. The uprooted plants do well as a second crop, as transplanting them will set them about 2 weeks behind the original plants. Take care not to bruise the seedlings when weeding. They love cool weather, and can survive temperatures down to 25F.

Harvesting: The beet greens can be harvested after 40 days of growth. This variety of beet is especially well known for its lush greens. Beets have the best taste and tenderness when they are harvested between 1" and 3" in diameter, but this variety can grow beets up to 6" without getting woody. After pulling them, twist off the tops about 1" up the stem to prevent the beets from bleeding. These beets store very well for several months; keep them in a cool place.

Seed Saving: Since beets are wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Beet plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed. In warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching each other, in a cool and humid location - plant them again in early spring. The plants will soon go to seed in the spring; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store the seed in a cool, dry place for up to five years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Beta vulgaris

Type: Open Pollinated, Cool Season

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 2,000

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: Red

Organic Lutz Green Leaf Beet Seeds 5.0
Review By Wilbur Osborn

planted both kinds before

Two of the world's best beets for greens and roots. Thank you!

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XL Mylar Packet (~125 Seeds) $3.96 Notify Me
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $7.96 Notify Me
1 Oz Mylar (~2,000 Seeds) $16.80 $15.95 Notify Me
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $48.00 Notify Me
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $180.00 Notify Me
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $810.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

This beet has large glossy, bright green tops, or beet greens, which can be used in salads and stir-fries. The purplish beetroots can get up to 6" in diameter, and retain their sweetness and texture even when they are large. They also do well in storage.
Beets seem to have originated in the Mediterranean region, where people grew them for thousands of years. Later, beets grew in Germany and Holland and were used as cattle fodder; they were later imported to England for this purpose, but the poor began to raise them for an affordable food source. American colonists later brought them to the New World, where they became a commonly enjoyed food both for their roots and their greens. According to historians, George Washington experimented with beets, cross-pollinating them to create new varieties.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow seeds outside 4 weeks before the last expected frost. Soften the seeds by soaking them in water for 2 hours, then plant in full sun and well drained soil. Sow them 1" deep and 1" apart in rows 1-2' apart. Tamp down the earth above the seeds to ensure good contact with the soil, and germination should take place in 5-15 days. Add compost or other organic matter for healthy growth. For companion planting benefits, plant beets with bush beans, onions, or members of the cabbage family; avoid planting them near pole beans.

Growing: Since each beet "seed" holds up to 8 actual seeds, the seedlings will need to be thinned to 3" apart. The uprooted plants do well as a second crop, as transplanting them will set them about 2 weeks behind the original plants. Take care not to bruise the seedlings when weeding. They love cool weather, and can survive temperatures down to 25F.

Harvesting: The beet greens can be harvested after 40 days of growth. This variety of beet is especially well known for its lush greens. Beets have the best taste and tenderness when they are harvested between 1" and 3" in diameter, but this variety can grow beets up to 6" without getting woody. After pulling them, twist off the tops about 1" up the stem to prevent the beets from bleeding. These beets store very well for several months; keep them in a cool place.

Seed Saving: Since beets are wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Beet plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed. In warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching each other, in a cool and humid location - plant them again in early spring. The plants will soon go to seed in the spring; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store the seed in a cool, dry place for up to five years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Beta vulgaris

Type: Open Pollinated, Cool Season

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 2,000

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: Red

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 1 reviews
5.0

Review By Wilbur Osborn

planted both kinds before

Two of the world's best beets for greens and roots. Thank you!