Bull’s Blood Red Beets: Vibrant Heirloom Variety for Dual-Purpose Harvests
Discover the versatility of Bull’s Blood Red Beets, an heirloom variety that offers both succulent roots and nutritious foliage. Ready for harvest in just 50 days, this multi-purpose beet boasts excellent disease resistance and produces juicy, deep red roots that store exceptionally well. As the plants mature, their dark red-purple leaves intensify in color, creating a striking visual display in your garden while providing a continuous harvest of tender greens.
Bull’s Blood Red Beets shine in the kitchen and the garden alike. The young, tender beets are perfect for roasting, pickling, or enjoying raw in salads, while the mature roots offer a rich, earthy flavor ideal for long-term storage. The vibrant leaves are not only ornamental but also highly nutritious, packed with vitamins and minerals. This variety’s unique ability to thrive in both heat and cold makes it a reliable choice for gardeners in various climates, ensuring a bountiful harvest throughout the growing season.
These beets grow to a compact height of 8-12 inches, making them suitable for both in-ground gardens and container cultivation. Plant them with 12-18 inch spacing to allow ample room for root development and leaf growth. The dual-purpose nature of Bull’s Blood Red Beets allows for continuous harvesting – pick young leaves for salads, thin out plants for baby beets, and leave others to mature for full-sized roots. This staggered approach maximizes your garden’s productivity and extends the harvest period.
Growing Success Tips:
- Sow seeds directly in well-draining, fertile soil
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Thin seedlings to promote proper root development
- Harvest leaves regularly to encourage continued growth
Bull’s Blood Red Beets offer an unparalleled combination of flavor, nutrition, and visual appeal. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a novice, this heirloom variety provides a rewarding growing experience and a versatile harvest that will elevate your culinary creations.
For the most tender greens, harvest leaves when they reach 4-6 inches in length.
Product Features
- Heirloom variety with excellent disease resistance
- Deep red, juicy beets ideal for storage
- Dark red-purple leaves intensify in color as plants mature
- Heat and cold tolerant for extended growing seasons
- Days to Harvest: 50
- Spacing: 12-18 inches
- Height: 8-12 inches
- Suitable for both in-ground and container gardening
- Prefers full sun to partial shade
Key Benefits
- Dual-purpose variety for root and leaf harvests
- Nutritious greens rich in vitamins and minerals
- Vibrant colors add ornamental value to gardens
- Versatile in culinary applications from raw to cooked
