Wholesome and beneficial, Detroit Red Beets offer superb taste and heart health benefits, making them a great addition to your garden! Growing Instructions: * Plant seeds in deep, moist, rich soil. * Cover lightly with soil and water evenly. * Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall. * Plant from spring to fall for a continuous harvest. * The thinned greens can be eaten—treat them as you would spinach. Seed Information: * Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable) * Time to Maturity: About 3.5 months * Sun Requirement: Full sun * Spacing: 2" apart * Planting Depth: 1/2 inch * Seeds Per Packet: 175-185 * Seeds Per Ounce: 1,500 * Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F * Sowing Method: Direct sow Uses: * Great for cooking. * Rich in vitamins and minerals with excellent health benefits. Additional Information: * Heirloom Year: 1982 * Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris * Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½" Online resale prohibited.