Oatmeal Farm Network | Beetroot Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity
Albino	A rare white beet variety with a sweet, mild flavor and no staining properties, ideal for fresh eating or cooking.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Avalanche	A white beet variety with a mild, sweet flavor, offering a unique twist on traditional red beets.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Baby Beet	Small, tender beetroot harvested early for its sweet, delicate flavor and smooth skin, often used in gourmet dishes.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Badger Flame	A striking yellow-orange beet with a sweet, fruity flavor, bred to be less earthy and more approachable.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Blankoma	A white beet variety with a sweet, mild flavor and no bleeding, often used in fresh salads or roasting.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Boldor	A golden beet variety with a vibrant yellow color and sweet, mellow flavor, resistant to color bleeding during cooking.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Boltardy	A popular beet variety in Europe, known for its resistance to bolting and sweet, tender flesh.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Boro	A hybrid beet variety with deep red flesh and a sweet, tender flavor, prized for its uniform size and high yields.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Bull’s Blood	A deep red beet variety known for its sweet roots and attractive purple-red leaves, which can also be used in salads.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Burpee’s Golden	A bright yellow beet variety with a mild, sweet flavor and smooth texture, ideal for fresh eating or roasting.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Chioggia	An Italian heirloom variety with striking red and white concentric circles, offering a mild, sweet flavor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Crapaudine	An ancient French heirloom variety with a dark, rough skin and sweet, earthy flavor, prized for its long storage life.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Cylindra	A long, cylindrical beetroot known for its uniform shape, making it ideal for slicing and canning.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Detroit Dark Red	A classic deep red beet variety known for its smooth, round roots and sweet flavor, ideal for canning and fresh eating.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Detroit Supreme	An improved version of Detroit Dark Red, with smoother roots, deeper color, and a sweeter flavor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Early Wonder	A fast-growing red beet variety known for its smooth texture and sweet taste, with tender greens that can also be eaten.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Egyptian Flat	A flat, round beet variety known for its early maturity and sweet flavor, often used in salads and pickling.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Forono	A cylindrical beet variety with deep red flesh, often used for slicing and pickling due to its uniform shape.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Golden	A vibrant yellow beet variety that doesn’t bleed like red beets, offering a sweet, less earthy flavor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Golden Grex	A golden beet variety with a vibrant yellow color and sweet, mellow flavor, often used in salads and roasting.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Kestrel	A hybrid variety prized for its deep red color, sweet flavor, and resistance to bolting, ideal for fresh eating or cooking.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Lutz Green Leaf	An heirloom variety known for its large, long-storing roots and tender greens, which can also be used in salads or cooking.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
MacGregor’s Favorite	A unique beet variety with dark red flesh and a sweet, earthy flavor, named after the Scottish horticulturist MacGregor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Merlin	A hybrid beet variety known for its high sugar content and deep red flesh, offering a very sweet taste.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Moneta	A monogerm beet variety that produces only one seedling per seed, making it easy to thin, with a sweet and tender root.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Pablo	A round red beet variety with smooth skin and sweet, tender flesh, known for its consistent size and shape.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Purple Ace	A dark purple beet variety with a sweet, earthy flavor, ideal for roasting, salads, or pickling.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Red Ace	A fast-growing beet variety with bright red flesh, known for its sweet flavor and high yields.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Ruby Queen	A smooth-skinned red beet variety with a sweet flavor and tender flesh, perfect for canning and fresh eating.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Solo	A hybrid beet variety known for its uniform, round shape and smooth texture, offering a mild, sweet flavor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Subeto	A hybrid beet variety with a deep red color and sweet, tender flesh, known for its uniform growth and resistance to disease.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Sugar Beet	A variety grown primarily for its high sugar content, used in commercial sugar production but also edible fresh.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Taunus	A cylindrical beet variety with smooth, red flesh, known for its uniform shape and mild, sweet flavor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Tonda di Chioggia	An Italian heirloom beet with concentric pink and white rings, offering a mild and sweet flavor.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Touchstone Gold	A golden-yellow beet with a smooth texture and sweet flavor, resistant to color bleeding.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low
Zeppo	A small, round beet variety with a sweet flavor and smooth skin, ideal for baby beets or early harvests.	Silt Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Low (1% - 2%)	2 - 4	8A	Low