Cylindra Beets

Seed Count: Approx. 100 Seeds Days to Maturity: 60 Days Description: Cylindra beets are a Dutch heirloom, most known for its uniform slices, due to its long cylindrical roots.  Not only does it give you uniform slices, but it's also known for its butter like, tender texture.  The plants grow about 20 inches tall with 6-8 inch long, rich, dark red roots.  Cylindra Beets are a bit sweeter than other beet varieties, and make for delicious pickled beets.  Plus, its tender greens are great in salads.  This variety is super easy to grow, and great for small spaces in your garden.      How To Grow Sowing:  Sow beet seeds in well-worked, well drained soil in full sun. Beets are sensitive to acidic soils and prefer a pH of 6.0 – 7.0. If your soil is more acidic, add Garden Lime as directed on the bag. Sow thinly, in rows 12 inches apart and cover with ½ inch of fine soil. Seedlings emerge in 14-21 days. Thin to about 3" apart, when seedlings are 1-2" tall. Beet seeds are actually clusters of se