This improved Detroit Medium Top is known for its deep red roots with smooth skin and medium tops. The tasty, nutritious leaves are dark green with red veins and a small crown. Detroit Supreme beet seeds produce roots with minimal zoning (visible rings in cross section) even in hot weather. Detroit Supreme was bred to be mildew resistant for either processing or fresh market production. They are particularly nice for pickling, as the brine will turn a very dark red claret colour, and they stay tender but crunchy.
Details
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris 'Detroit Supreme'
Common Name
Detroit Supreme Beet
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
Max Spread
Plant Form
- Upright
Foliage Colour
- Green with Red Veins
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Root
- Leaf
Edible Harvest Period
Summer to Fall
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
- Cooking
- Canning
- Juicing
Fruit Colour
- Dark Red
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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