Product Description
Produces beautiful dark red leaves even under low-light conditions – the foliage color intensifies as the plant matures. Bull's Blood provides stunning color and interest to salad mixes, microgreens, and baby-leaf blends. Roots show attractive candy-striped zoning when sliced. Perfect for both leafy greens and beautiful beetroots. USDA Certified Organic.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Beta vulgaris
Days to Maturity : 45 – 55 days (greens); 55 – 60 days (roots)
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Open Pollinated
Product Specifications
Plant Height : 6 – 10 inches (greens)
Packet Size : 350 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 31,700
Root Shape : Round
Root Color : Red with candy-striped zoning
Light Requirement : No specific needs – thrives in any weather
Soil Type : Light or loamy soil; pH above 6.0 preferred
Growing Information
Germination Temperature : 45 – 85°F (7 – 29°C)
Germination Time : 5 – 10 days
Sowing Method : Sow directly outdoors when soil has warmed to 45°F (7°C). For baby leaf, sow 1/4–1/2 inch deep at 1–2 seeds per inch in rows at least 2 inches apart. For roots, sow 15 seeds per foot, 1/2 inch deep, rows 12–18 inches apart. Super easy – just plant and watch them grow.
Spacing in Garden : Thin to 2 inches apart (greens) or 3 inches apart (roots); rows 12 – 18 inches apart
Support : No staking required
Hardiness Zones : Annual in all zones
Harvest : Harvest greens when leaves reach 3–6 inches; harvest roots when desired size.
Other Information
Pest Resistance : Exceptionally resistant – common beet pests are rarely seen with minimal care.
Disease Resistance : Outstanding tolerance – keep well-irrigated to prevent scab. Rotate crops to prevent Cercospora leaf spot.
Special Notes : Deep burgundy leaves even under low light – color intensifies as plants mature. Provides stunning color to salad mixes and microgreens. Attractive candy-striped zoning when roots are sliced. Dual-purpose – beautiful greens and beautiful roots. USDA Certified Organic.
