Beet 'Cylindra'

Beet 'Cylindra' has 5-6" long, narrow roots, so you get more beets per square foot of garden space. It is a good beet for small gardens.

Cylindra beet is perfect for slicing because it makes more uniform slices than typical round beets. It's a good choice for pickling and canning.

Cylindra is an heirloom beet from Denmark. Also known as Formanova.

Sowing Beet Seeds

Sow beet seeds outdoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost date, 1/2" deep. Thin to 3-4" apart. Thinnings are good for salads. Full sun.