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Root Veg · Beet
Chioggia Beet
Amaranthaceae
Italian heirloom (1840s). Dramatic red-and-white concentric rings (bulls-eye pattern) visible when sliced. Milder, sweeter than Detroit Dark Red. Rings fade when boiled — serve raw or lightly roasted for best visual effect. Striking appearance makes this an excellent 'garden excitement' crop.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
55–65 days
Sun
6+ hours
Container
Yes
2+ gallon pot
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Germination
Germination Time
5–14 days
Optimal Temp
65°F
Seed Depth
0.5"
Watering
Needs
Moderate
Soil
pH Range
6–7
Resilience
Heat: Low
Cold: High
Drought: Medium
Nutrition
Feeding Intensity
Moderate feeder
Sources
seed-catalog
Multiple seed catalogs
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