Seed Needs, 1,500+ Rainbow Beet Seed Mixture – 8 Variety Heirloom Mix (Beta vulgaris) Bulk Non-GMO

Price: $7.99
(as of Dec 08, 2023 07:48:45 UTC – Details)

Product Description

Single Packet of 1,500 Seeds

Grow a garden filled with every single Beetroot that we have to offer, from freshly harvested Beta vulgaris seeds. Rainbow Mixed Beets offer a colorful selection of gold, dark red, bright red & white colored beets. The varieties included in this gourmet mixture are Golden Detroit, Dark Red Detroit, Chioggia, Bull’s Blood, Cylindra, Albino, Ruby Queen & Early Wonder Tall Top. The majority of this mixture will produce 2 or 3 inch, round roots, while Cylindra will produce oblong roots, measuring up to 8 inches long. Beets in general are somewhat spicy to sweet in flavor. The green and red tops are used as an alternative to Spinach, and both the roots and the greens can be added to salads. Days until harvest range from 48 to 60 days.

Beets, or “Beetroots” are an easy variety of vegetable to grow in your home garden. They date back to as early as 2,000 B.C., spreading from Babylonia to China, around 850 A.D. Forming round, globe shaped roots, as well as oblong roots, Rainbow Mixed Beets will grow much like carrots, turnips and radishes. Categorized as an annual, they grow quickly in the cooler temperatures of early Spring and late Fall. Once they are fully grown, they can be harvested, thus ending their lifecycle. If temperatures become too hot, your beets will begin to bolt. This simply means that your Beetroot plants will no longer send its energy to produce its roots, instead it will produce seeds.This can be beneficial if you are looking to collect seeds to regrow the following season.

Sowing The Seed

Beets are best established directly outdoors in cooler temperatures. Having said this, you should consider sowing your beets directly in the garden, in the early weeks of Spring, after all danger of frost has passed. Clear the sowing area of all unwanted plant life, by tilling the soil. Create rows, sowing each seed at a depth of 1/2″ under the topsoil. You can also follow these same steps for sowing in early Autumn when the temperature begins to drop.

Growing Conditions

Beetroots will require an area of full sunlight for the majority of the day. Again, they thrive best in cooler temperatures of around 55F to 75F. The soil should be fertile and rich in organic matter, with a pH level at around 6.2 to 7.0. You will also want to make sure that the sowing medium is loose and free of rocks, pebbles and other debris. If your sowing area consists of hard, compact soil, you might consider adding a light compost to increase drainage. Water the soil daily to provide ample moisture, however be careful not to overwater as this can cause crop failures.

Germination & Growth

Beetroot seeds typically take anywhere between 5 and 10 days to germinate successfully. The plants will form roots, much like that of a carrot or radish. The tops will grow to a mature height of about 1 foot tall. Each Beetroot plant can be spaced about 3 inches apart from one another, in rows spaced about 4 to 6 inches apart. Both the roots and the leafy greens are edible for this variety.

Harvesting Bulls Blood Beets

The first step to harvesting your Beets is to make sure that they are ready. Check the base of your plant to see if the top of it’s root is visible. If it is round and smooth, they can be plucked. Loosen the soil and place your hand at the base of the plant, where the stem meets the root. Give it a firm tug, removing it from the earth. Separate the roots and tops, rinsing both parts prior to consuming. Check below to learn about storage.

To store, set your roots in a shady and dry place to allow the dirt to dry. Dust off any dirt later on, storing your beets in a cool and dry location. Beetroots typically have a shelf life of a few weeks, while it’s tops only last a few days. You can prolong this period of storage by placing them in sawdust or sand within a cool cellar.

About The Packets

Illustration: Every seed packet offered by Seed Needs comes with a beautifully drawn illustration that displays the plant that is grown from the seeds within each packet. Dimensions: Each traditional foil packet measures 4.375″ wide, by 6.50″ in dimension. Backs: Every seed packet comes with detailed sowing instructions on the reverse side, as well as a QR code for easy reordering and additional information on the plant itself. Hand Filled: The vast majority of seed packets are hand filled to ensure that you receive just the right amount of seeds. Seed counts are always dealt with in approximates, however we always try to fill a little more than the advertised quantities. (Some assortments and bulk packages by Seed Needs are filled with machines) Cultivation: These seeds are intended for cultivation purposes only.

Safe Shipping

Bubble Mailers: Seed Needs ships the vast majority of seed products and orders out in bubble mailers, for added protection from moisture. This also protects the seeds from being crushed by mail sorting machines on thinner packets and smaller orders. Boxes: Larger purchases of Seed Needs products may arrive in carefully packed boxes, adding even more protection. Rest assured that the products are carefully handled. Rest Assured: Products by Seed Needs are never sent in regular, unpadded mailing envelopes. Our goal is your satisfaction. We want your seeds to arrive in prestine condition, giving you the best success rate for any seed products purchased.

About Seed Needs LLC

Our Products

Our original product line contained under 100 seed varieties, but to date, we carry over 550 individual species. This includes over 280 varieties of flower seeds, 60+ herb seed types, and over 190 vegetables. Our vines and climbers account for a small chunk of our inventory as well. Seed Needs also specializes in personalized seed packet favors for events and parties, such as weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, memorial services, funerals and more.

Carrying such a diverse product line has allowed us to offer our customers an all in one shopping experience. Finding the varieties of seed that you desire has never been easier.

Our Promise

Seed Needs LLC promises to never knowingly offer or sell Genetically Modified seed products. Almost all of our seeds are harvested from open pollinated plants, originating from professional growers all over the world. A small handful of our F1 hybrids are harvested from controlled pollinated plants.

Seed Needs LLC promises that the vast majority of seed products sold are fresh and viable to a percentage of at least 70%. Our stock is always stored in a temperature controlled environment, free of heavy levels of moisture and little to no exposure to sunlight. We do our best to maintain a positive buying experience with each and every customer, offering 180 days with the successful growth of any and all seed products offered through Seed Needs LLC

This blend of Beets will produce roots in various shades of red, gold, orange & white. The inner flesh of some varieties will appear candy striped on some selections.
This delicious blend is ready for harvest in roughly 48 to 60 days, depending upon the variety being picked.
This mixture of beets includes some popular, heirloom favorites, such as Cylindra, Golden Detroit, Dark Red Detroit, Chioggia, Bull’s Blood & more.
All Beetroot seeds sold by Seed Needs are Non-GMO based seed products and are intended for the current & the following growing season. All seeds are produced from open pollinated plants, stored in a temperature controlled facility and constantly moved out due to popularity.