Product Description
A dedicated leaf beet variety – does not form a marketable beet root. Fresh Pak produces beautiful, healthy leaves with dark magenta stems and veins that contrast beautifully with rich green leaves. Matures early and evenly for a very uniform, productive harvest. Higher leaf volume with fewer culls than open-pollinated varieties. Strong seedling vigor. Intermediate resistance to Cercospora and high resistance to downy mildew.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Beta vulgaris
Days to Maturity : 35 – 45 days
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Hybrid (F1)
Product Specifications
Plant Height : 8 – 14 inches
Packet Size : 350 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 35,000
Root : Does not form marketable root – grown for leaves only
Leaf Color : Rich green with dark magenta stems and veins
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). Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep, 15 seeds per foot, in rows 12–18 inches apart. Thin to 1 plant per 3 inches. Super easy – just plant and watch them grow.
Spacing in Garden : Thin to 3 inches apart; rows 12 – 18 inches apart
Support : No staking required
Hardiness Zones : Annual in all zones
Harvest : Harvest leaves when they reach desired size for bunching or baby leaf.
Other Information
Pest Resistance : Exceptionally resistant – common pests are rarely seen with minimal care.
Disease Resistance : Outstanding tolerance – Intermediate resistance to Cercospora and high resistance to downy mildew.
Special Notes : Dedicated leaf beet – does not form marketable root, all energy goes into beautiful leaves. Dark magenta stems and veins contrast with rich green leaves. Early and uniform maturity for productive harvest. Higher leaf volume with fewer culls. Strong seedling vigor. Consistently high quality in trials.
