Beetroot 'Bulls Blood' Seeds

Beta vulgaris

50 seeds. Heirloom variety from 1840 first grown in Holland and listed in British seed catalogues in the mid-Victorian era. Very deep-red roots with sweetly flavoured purple leaves attractive in salads. Grow successively for a continuous harvest. Sow direct in moist, well-drained soil in Spring, Summer and Autumn. Soak seeds overnight for better germination. Full sun to light shade. Harvest in 8 weeks. Sowing depth: 15mm