Beet 'Big Top'

Betavulgaris

Genus
Beta (BET-uh)
Species
vulgaris (vul-GAIR-iss)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Biennials
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | August 2004 | neutral

A cultivar with abnormally tall leaves. Best for beet greens but roots are good too. Tops are early, but roots take a little longer than ...Read More

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