Beets

55 - 85 days. Beta vulgaris. (F1) Merlin Beet. The plant produces high yields of 3 to 4" diameter dark red beets. This popular hybrid beet variety is prized for its exceptional sweetness, uniformity, and flavor. It is very sweet, with high sugar content and superior taste. The roots are uniformly round and smooth. It has bright red stems and dark green leaves. Grow them as gourmet baby veggies or full-sized beets. Excellent roasted, baked, or boiled. This variety replaced the discontinued Pacemaker Beet. Drought Tolerant. Slow to bolt. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, market growers, open production, and commercial production. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistance: CLS, DM.

50 days. Beta vulgaris. (F1) Red Ace Beet. This early maturing plant produces good yields of 3 to 4" diameter red beets. A recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit. A good quality variety is suitable for slicing, dicing, and whole baby beets. The roots are extremely tender, sweet, and smooth with up to 50 percent higher red pigment than standard beets and no interior zoning. It has bright green glossy tops. The beet remains sweet and tender even when older and larger. When the beet is pushing up through the soil, it's ready to harvest! It is widely adaptable and grows in almost every region. Drought Tolerant. Resist bolting. Ideal supermarket or farm market sales. An excellent choice for home gardens, farmer’s markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistant: CLS