The Detroit Dark Red variant of beet microgreens have large green seed leaves with splotches of red, and dark red stems. This variant of beet is an all-time-favorite due to their sweet flavor and vivid colors. They taste mildly earthy, similar to beetroot mixed with spinach, and makes for a tasty addition to savory dishes.
Detroit Dark Red beets are abundant in vitamins, minerals, and protein. The seedlings are also exceptionally rich in antioxidants which serves to promote anti-inflammatory effects in the body.
The seeds can also be sprouted in water, or grown into baby beet greens.
- Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
- Seed count: 60 seeds / gram approximate
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Seeding density: 5 grams / plastic takeaway container (7 x 4.5 inches )
- Pre-soaking: 4 - 8 hours cool water
- Growth Medium: Organic soil
- Germination: 3-4 days
- Blackout Period: 6-8 days
- Harvest in: 11 - 21 days
- Seed Origin: USA
General guide to growing microgreens
Guide to sprouting seeds in water
**Disclaimer: Soil, climate and cultivation methods may all affect the growth of crops. Identical results are not guaranteed nor implied for all growing conditions. If you experience problems with crop growth, we will be happy to guide you, but we will not be held responsible for crop failure except in situations where the seeds are defected.**