Beet Chioggia Guardsmark
All the flavor and good looks of the Italian heirloom for which it's named, plus modern vigor!
But Chioggia Guardsmark is not simply a beet masquerading as a red onion. Its flavor is so sweet and mild that even children love it, yet its peppery afterbite has enough "true beet" tang to satisfy adults. These 3- to 3 1/2-inch diameter globes add spectacular plate appeal to any dish, and their flavor is a satisfying base for soups and stews as well as whole eating. And the greens are delicious as well -- packed with nutrition and very mildly flavored. You will love this "bullseye" beet!
Beets are a cool-weather crop, direct-sown in fall or as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Before planting, make sure that the soil is as loose, rich, and well drained as possible, so that the root can grow without stress. Pkt 200 seeds, which sows 10 feet of row.
| Genus | Beta |
| Species | vulgaris |
| Variety | Chioggia Guardsmark |
| Days To Maturity | 60 |
| Fruit Color | Magenta |
| Habit | Upright |
| FruitDiameter | 3 in - 3.5 in |
| Item Form | Seeds |
| Additional Characteristics | Edible |
| Foliage Color | Medium Green |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy, Sandy |
| Uses | Beds, Cuisine |
