{"product_id":"beet-bulls-blood-seeds","title":"Beet Bull's Blood Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBull's Blood is a striking dual-purpose heirloom grown as much for its deep burgundy foliage as for its sweet, dark-red roots. These beet seeds (\u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e) produce tender baby leaves for salads plus round, richly colored roots with earthy-sweet flavor. It is a favorite for gardeners who want both a beautiful leaf crop and a classic table beet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreat for salad growers and market gardeners who want ornamental deep-red greens alongside sweet, tender roots for roasting and pickling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow beet seeds 2–3 weeks before your last frost and again through late summer for a fall crop. Sow 1\/2 inch deep, 1 inch apart, in rows 12–18 inches apart, thinning to 3–4 inches for full roots. Give full sun to light shade and even moisture. Grows well in USDA zones 2–10.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest baby leaves in about 35 days and roots at 55–60 days, pulling when they reach 2–3 inches across. Younger roots are the most tender; leave a bit of stem when trimming to prevent bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe burgundy leaves add color and mild earthiness to fresh salads, while the roots roast, steam, and pickle beautifully. This is a versatile choice for cooks who use both the tops and the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/beet-bulls-blood\"\u003eHow to Grow Bull's Blood Beets From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012857684175,"sku":"ORIVBB_09_02","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Beet-Bull_s-Blood-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266647793.png?v=1783372991","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/beet-bulls-blood-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}