When a classic Italian heirloom was put through a rigorous selection and improvement process, this beet was born! The Chioggia beet, sometimes called Bassano after its Italian hometown, has been grown and sold in the U.S. for 180 years! The most famous feature of this variety is the contrasting pink and white striped interior of the root that becomes apparent once it is sliced. Over time, heirlooms sometimes drift or deviate from original defining characteristics, but this strain has been recently improved for consistent coloration to match expectations. The flavor and size are similar to market standard Detroit Dark Red (3” diameter root), though this variety may be slightly sweeter. Excellent vigor, uniformity and productivity make this a popular variety among market farmers, and the nutritious greens make this a doubly valuable crop for home gardeners. Our seeds are from High Mowing Organic Seeds, which offer a strain improved by Alf Christensen Seed Company. 60 days to maturity.
