Bull’s Blood Beet is a striking heirloom variety celebrated for its deep red roots and sweet, tender leaves. The roots are smooth and round, with a rich, earthy flavor that is perfect for roasting, boiling, or pickling. The vibrant leaves have a mild, sweet taste and are ideal for fresh salads, steaming, or sautéing. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Bull’s Blood Beet matures in just 50-60 days, making it a quick and reliable crop. This dual-purpose variety provides both delicious roots and nutritious greens, maximizing its value in the garden. Its stunning color makes it a standout in vegetable beds, and its cold tolerance allows for both spring and fall planting. Easy to grow and highly productive, Bull’s Blood Beet is perfect for home gardeners seeking a visually striking and flavorful addition to their vegetable patch. Whether you’re growing it for the roots, the greens, or both, this beet delivers beauty and taste in abundance.

Beet - Bull's Blood - Beta vulgaris (Crassa group)

Biennial Heirloom. Maturity to beet root in 55-60 and to baby leaf tops in 35 days. Exceptionally beautiful dark red-violet tops with sweeter flavor and heat resistance. This variety was selected for the darkest colored leaves from the French variety Crapaudine.

Did You Know? One beet has only 35 calories and is high in folic acid (especially important for pregnant women).

Soil Temperature: 50-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 5-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 2"-4"
Days To Maturity: 35-60 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 2"-4"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 200 | Per 1/4 lb bulk: 5,968