‘Red Ace’ generally matures in about 55 days. It has a sweet root which remains so even after it has grown quite old. The green leaves, likewise, have a long staying period before becoming spotted or bitter. Beets, though grown […]

‘Pacemaker III’ generally matures in about 55 days. This a a popular cultivar for home gardeners. Has good flavor and texture, and and an evenly red root. It is resistant to downy mildew and cercospora leaf spot. Beets, though grown […]

‘Monogram’ is a monogerm variety with great roundness of shape. Beets, though grown as an annual, are really biennials. Origianally, beets had no thick, rounded roots, but just leafy tops. Swiss chard is actually an improved beet. Today’s modern beet […]

‘Little Ball’ will give you best results if picked early while it is still small and young. Beets, though grown as an annual, are really biennials. Originally, beets had no thick, rounded roots, but just leafy tops. Swiss chard is […]

‘Kestrel’ is a baby beet with a smooth crown and refined tip. It is slow to bolt, and is also resistant to cerospora. It is good for bunching or slicing. Beets, though grown as an annual, are really biennials. Originally, […]

‘Golden’ beet has a gold-colored root instead of red. Slicing reveals alternating bands of lighter and darker gold. Roots have a good texture and are quite sweet. Beets, though grown as an annual, are really biennials. Originally, beets had no […]

‘Egyptian Flat’ is a late-maturing heirloom variety shaped like a Lady Apple, and dark red in color. It slices easily and with little waste. Despite these good marks, it is rarely cultivated in the U.S. Beets, though grown as an […]

‘Early Blood Turnip’ is one of the oldest surviving varieties from 18th century England. This heirloom plant does well in a variety of climates. When cooked, the beet exudes a thick red juice, similar to blood, hence its name. The […]

‘Crosby’s Improved Egyptian’ is a small heirloom variety with smooth, red-slate colored skin and bloodred flesh. Usually ready for harvest in June and July. Much of the root forms aboveground, making for easy harvest. This variety will not withstand frost. […]

‘Chioggia Striped’ is a striped version of ‘Chioggia’, an Italian heirloom variety generally ready for harvest 50 days after sowing. When sliced, the interior has alternating rings of berry red and frosty white. These beets germinate strongly and grow quickly […]