Beet Seeds – Early Wonder Tall Top

sautéing or salads. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Early Harvest: One of the first beets ready in spring — matures quickly for fast rewards. Dual-Purpose Crop: Enjoy both the sweet, round roots and the tall, nutritious greens. Adaptable: Performs well in a variety of soils and climates — great for succession planting. Flavorful and Versatile: Roots have a mild, sweet flavor while the tops are excellent cooked or raw. Plant Characteristics Height: 12–18 inches (tops) Growth Habit: Upright leafy greens with round, uniform roots Root Type: Smooth, deep red globes with bright green tops and red stems Days to Maturity: 45–60 days Hardiness: Cool-season biennial grown as an annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Roots are sweet and earthy; greens are tender with a slight spinach-like flavor Culinary Uses: Roast or boil the roots, sauté or steam the greens — both are excellent in salads, soups, and stir-fries Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Onions, lettuce, bush beans, and radishes Avoid Planting Near: Pole beans (may interfere with growth) Bonus Benefit: Excellent for early spring gardens and containers — makes the most of small spaces Common Issues and Solutions Pithy or Woody Roots: Harvest on time and water consistently for the best texture Leaf Spot or Mildew: Improve airflow and avoid overhead watering — remove affected leaves Poor Germination: Soak seeds overnight and keep soil moist during sprouting Seeds Per Packet 3g Approximately 132 10g Approximately 440