Bull’s Blood Red Beets: Vibrant Heirloom Variety for Greens and Roots
Discover the versatility of Bull’s Blood Red Beets, an heirloom variety that offers both succulent roots and nutritious greens. Ready for harvest in just 50 days, this multi-purpose beet stands out with its excellent disease resistance and striking deep red color. As the plants mature, their dark red-purple leaves intensify in hue, creating a visually stunning addition to any garden.
Bull’s Blood Red Beets excel in both culinary applications and ornamental appeal. The juicy, deep red beets store exceptionally well, ensuring a long-lasting harvest. Gardeners can enjoy tender, tasty beets when harvested early or allow the plants to mature for vibrant, nutrient-rich leaves. This adaptable variety thrives in various conditions, demonstrating impressive heat and cold tolerance for extended growing seasons.
These beets grow to a modest height of 8-12 inches, making them suitable for gardens of all sizes. Plant them with 12-18 inch spacing to allow ample room for root development. Bull’s Blood Red Beets offer a dual harvest opportunity: enjoy the young, flavorful beets or let them grow to full maturity for a bountiful leaf harvest. Their robust nature and quick maturation time make them an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
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 looking to enhance your salads with vibrant greens or create colorful roasted vegetable dishes, these beets deliver on all fronts. Their heirloom status ensures you’re growing a piece of gardening history with proven reliability and taste.
For the most tender greens, harvest leaves when they reach 4-6 inches in length.
Product Features
- Heirloom variety
- Disease-resistant
- Deep red beets and dark red-purple leaves
- 50 days to maturity
- Plant spacing: 12-18 inches
- Height: 8-12 inches
- Heat and cold tolerant
- Suitable for both root and leaf harvest
- Well-suited for container gardening
Key Benefits
- Dual-purpose crop for beets and greens
- Excellent storage capability
- Nutritionally dense leaves and roots
- Visually striking in gardens and on plates
