Product Description
Our best-tasting beet. Merlin produces exceptionally smooth, uniform, round roots with remarkably high sugar content – the sweetest beet you'll ever grow. Tops are somewhat smaller than Red Ace but still ideal for bunching. Exceptionally smooth skin with deep red color throughout. USDA Certified Organic.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Beta vulgaris
Days to Maturity : 50 – 55 days
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Hybrid (F1)
Product Specifications
Plant Height : 8 – 12 inches (tops)
Packet Size : 350 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 37,100
Root Shape : Round, smooth
Root Color : Deep red
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 when roots reach 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 : Our best-tasting beet – exceptionally sweet with high sugar content. Smooth, uniform round roots with deep red color. Stores well for winter – up to 6 months at 32°F (0°C) and 95% humidity.
