Detroit Dark Red is an heirloom variety that dates back to the late 1800's. Beets have been eaten since Roman times.
Beets were known as a blood turnip because of the deep blood-red root.
Detroit Dark Red Beets are sweet and delicious. They have a beautiful dark red - crimson color. Glossy tops, 13-16 in. tall, make tasty, nutritious boiling greens
The beet root and the green tops are edible. They are packed full of vitamins.
My mother always said when I was a child "eat your beets they are good for your blood."
Beets (and beet juices) are a blood-building herb that detoxifies blood and renews it with minerals and natural sugars.
As an adult I realize the beet is packed full of vitamins and minerals. I still love to eat them.
One cup of raw beets is high in carbohydrates and low in fat. It contains phosphorus, sodium, magnesium, calcium, iron, and potassium, as well as fiber, vitamins A and C, niacin, and biotin.
Beet root can be eaten raw, grated and made into a salad, pickled, cooked and topped with butter. Anyway that you prepare them they are delicious.
Beets are a great vegetable for growing in early spring or fall.
58-60 days.
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