Description
| Seeds | 2 grams (180 seeds) $2.50, 6 grams (550 seeds) $5.85 |
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Cylindra Tendersweet
Heritage: Denmark
Originally developed in Denmark, and popular in northern Europe, this variety has been cultivated in North America since the early 1900’s.
Looking somewhat like an over-sized carrot, the smooth, cylindrical dark red roots grow up to 8” (20cm) long, and 1-2” (2.5-5cm) in diameter. Excellent beet for producing uniform slices when pickling. Not as fibrous as other beets we’ve tried and easy to peel. It’s also known by the name “butter slicer” describing it’s smooth texture. Remains tender and sweet over a long growing season. A really lovely pickling beet. Excellent for smaller gardens. Note: Root will grow straight down underground. Be sure to keep shoulders covered, especially if soil is hard or clay based, otherwise it may push itself upwards. Matures in 60-80 days.(90 seeds/g)
Tips for Growing Bodacious Beets! When the soil has slightly warmed sow seeds ½” (1cm) deep. Space them 1” (2.5cm) apart if planting solely for use of their greens, and 3” (7.5cm) apart if your preference is for use of the root. Beets enjoy a location providing full sun, and well drained soil. Adapted to growing in cooler conditions, they excel in spring and late summer when the days are warm, and the nights cool. The most suitable companion plants for Beets are: bush beans, onions, and lettuce. Beware: pole beans and beets do not get along! Beets usually germinate within 5-10 days (55-80ºF/13-27ºC).
