Chioggia Beet
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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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