Beet Detroit Golden is a distinguished heirloom variety prized for its stunning golden roots and refined, naturally sweet flavor profile. This cultivar produces uniform, globe-shaped beets with smooth skin and tender flesh that delivers a milder, more delicate taste compared to traditional red varieties — making it ideal for gardeners seeking sophisticated culinary applications. The vibrant golden color remains remarkably stable during cooking, providing both visual appeal and consistent results in the kitchen without the bleeding and staining associated with red beets. These high-yielding plants thrive in well-drained soil and demonstrate reliable productivity across diverse growing conditions. Harvest in about 60 days.

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Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 70%.

Why Choose Beet Detroit Golden?

• Heirloom Seed: Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable harvests.
• Non-GMO Seeds: Plants whose DNA structure has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.
• Easy to Grow: Minimal special care, simple conditions, and little risk of failure to germinate and thrive. These seeds are forgiving of small mistakes and can produce results with just basic gardening tools and common sense.
• No Bleeding or Staining: Unlike red beets, Detroit Golden won’t stain your hands, cutting boards, or other ingredients — making kitchen prep clean and easy.
• Milder, Sweeter Flavor: A more delicate, refined sweetness than traditional red varieties — ideal for those who find red beets too earthy.
• Dual Harvest: Enjoy both the golden roots and the nutritious leafy greens — two crops from a single planting.

Planting Tips for Success

• Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep directly in the garden. Beet seeds are seed clusters — multiple seedlings may emerge from each one.
• Spacing: Plant seeds 1-2 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 3-4 inches apart once established — thinning is essential for well-developed roots.
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade — at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Soil: Prefers loose, well-draining soil free of rocks and debris. Heavy or compacted soil can cause misshapen roots.
• Watering: Water consistently, about 1 inch per week. Even moisture prevents cracking and promotes smooth, uniform root development.
• Fertilizing: A balanced fertilizer low in nitrogen encourages strong root development. Excess nitrogen promotes lush tops at the expense of roots.
• Harvest: Harvest roots at 1.5-3 inches in diameter (about 60 days) for best flavor and tenderness. Young greens can be harvested anytime once established.

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• Veteran-Owned: Supplying premium seeds since 2009.
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• Vegetable Seed License: David’s Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.

Cooking Methods

• Roasting: Wrap whole golden beets in foil and roast at 400°F for 45-60 minutes — roasting deepens their natural sweetness and concentrates flavor beautifully.
• Raw/Shredded: Grate raw golden beets into salads, slaws, or grain bowls — their bright color and mild sweetness shine without bleeding.
• Steaming: Steam 20-30 minutes until tender, then slice and serve warm or chilled.
• Pickling: Golden beets make beautiful, bright pickles — their color holds better than red beets in vinegar brine.
• Juicing: Blend or juice raw golden beets for a mildly sweet, nutrient-dense beverage.
• Beet Greens: Sauté young golden beet greens in olive oil with garlic — they cook like Swiss chard and are equally nutritious.

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Add this stunning no-stain heirloom beet to your garden and enjoy golden roots and nutritious greens from spring through fall.

Nutritional Information

Per 1 cup (136g) serving of cooked beets:

• Calories: 75
• Protein: 2.9g
• Carbohydrates: 17g
• Fiber: 3.4g
• Folate: 136mcg (34% DV)
• Manganese: 0.4mg (22% DV)
• Potassium: 518mg (11% DV)
• Vitamin C: 6.7mg (7% DV)

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Seed variety, appearance, and packet design may vary slightly from images shown.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored seeds maintain viability for 3-4 years.
• Planting Zones: Detroit Golden beets thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 2-10. Best planted in cool weather — spring and fall are ideal in most regions.

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