Description
Lutz Green Leaf Beet Seeds 1277. Heirloom Vegetable.
Approx. 300 seeds/pkt (60 seeds/gram)
A truly multi-purpose variety, Lutz Green Leaf Beet is valued for both its superb greens and its large, sweet roots. This heirloom produces lush, glossy foliage that can be harvested as a delicious green, while its roots can grow to 15 cm wide without becoming woody. A perfect choice for gardeners who want a dual-purpose, high-yielding crop.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Heirloom Vegetable, Root/Greens
- Root Size: Can grow to 15 cm wide
- Features: Excellent dual-purpose variety; superb for greens; large sweet roots that don’t get woody.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Beets thrive in sandy loam with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
Planting: For a continuous harvest, sow seeds 1.2 cm deep and 2.5 cm apart in two-week intervals, beginning when the soil has warmed to 7°C. Avoid sowing after mid-July. Germination takes 8-10 days.
Care: As each beet ‘seed’ contains 2 to 5 seeds within, it is important to thin the young seedlings to 7–10 cm apart to provide enough room for proper root formation. The thinned plants can be used as a source of tender, edible greens. Remember to fertilize. Over-watering or excessive rainfall may lead to excessive leaf growth and small roots. One packet sows approximately 6 m of row.
Why Lutz Green Leaf Beet Seeds belongs in Your Garden
The Lutz Green Leaf is the perfect choice for the gardener who wants to get the most out of their space. Its reputation for providing both a superb green for salads and a large, sweet root that remains tender and flavourful is unmatched. The ability of the roots to grow to a significant size without becoming woody gives you a flexible harvest window. This is a highly rewarding, high-yielding variety that offers both versatility and delicious flavour all season long.
