Early Wonder Beets, with their deep crimson bulbs, stand out like jewels against the verdant backdrop of their lush, green foliage. The leaves themselves, adorned with striking red veins. These beets are not only a feast for the eyes but also a gardener's delight, known for their early maturation and robust growth. They thrive in a variety of soil types, though they exhibit their best performance in well-drained, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. Their resilience makes them suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners, as they require minimal care once established. Regular watering and occasional weeding are all that is needed to ensure a bountiful harvest.
Beyond their visual and horticultural appeal, Early Wonder Beets offer a versatile culinary experience. The tender, sweet roots can be enjoyed roasted, boiled, or pickled, their earthy flavor enhanced by a hint of sweetness. The vibrant greens, often overlooked, are equally delectable, adding a nutritious and flavorful element to salads and sautés. Growing Early Wonder Beets thus becomes not merely an act of gardening but a celebration of nature's bounty, bringing beauty and nourishment to your table with minimal effort.
- QTY: 100
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/2"
- Germination Temperature: 55-65
- Days to Germination: 5-7
- Row Spacing: 4"
- Plant Spacing: 3"
- 100' Row Yield: 45 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 56 days
How to Save Seeds
Beets will cross pollinate with other beet varieties as well as chard varieties. So with that in mind I would suggest only growing one kind of beet or chard since they require a distance of at least ¾ of a mile. Beets are biennial meaning they must be overwintered in order to produce seed the next year. Some gardeners pull the beets trim the leaves back to 2 inches over the bulb and overwinter them in a root cellar in either damp sawdust or sand. Some gardeners that enjoy warmer winters mulch them and hope they survive the winter temps. Once spring arrives replant them and wait for the seed. Once seed is dry collect and store.