{"product_id":"bulls-blood-beet-seeds-organic","title":"Bull's Blood Beet Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBull's Blood Beet (Beta vulgaris) is a striking heirloom grown for both its deep red-violet leaves and sweet, earthy roots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected from the French variety Crapaudine for its dark foliage, this dual-purpose beet yields baby leaf tops in about 35 days and full roots in 55 to 60 days. The tender greens carry a mild, sweet flavor, while the smooth round roots are excellent roasted, boiled, or pickled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beta vulgaris (Crassa group)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom biennial, organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 days for baby leaf, 55 to 60 days for root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing after thinning:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 10 days at 50 to 85°F soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 200 (about 9,321 per 1\/4 lb bulk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring and fall planting, thanks to good cold tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalad gardens grown for colorful baby greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental edible beds and borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome gardeners wanting roots and greens from one crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasting, pickling, and fresh salad use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow in full to partial sun in well-draining soil and keep evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 2 to 4 inches so roots can size up. Harvest leaves young for salads while the roots continue developing, then lift the roots once they reach full size. Its heat resistance and cold tolerance allow successive sowings across the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe roots are sweet and earthy with a smooth texture, and the dark leaves are mild and tender, good raw in salads or lightly steamed and sauteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Grow Organic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow Organic supplies non-GMO, certified organic seeds for home gardeners who value flavor, color, and dependable harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Pack","offer_id":50394554237206,"sku":"SNV8204","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb","offer_id":50394554269974,"sku":"SNV8204B","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/organic-beet-bull-s-blood.jpg?v=1755812468","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/bulls-blood-beet-seeds-organic","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}