Holmes Seed Company Touchstone Gold Beets
Best reliable choice for gardeners seeking sweet nonbleeding golden beets.
These golden-fleshed roots offer a remarkably sweet, mild flavor that remains vibrant even after cooking. They are a reliable, open-pollinated selection for gardeners seeking a high-quality, visually appealing, and delicious addition to their vegetable patch.
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Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting beautiful, mess-free presentation in salads and roasts
- Vegetable lovers seeking a delicate, less earthy flavor profile
- Home gardeners looking for dependable crop yields and healthy seedlings
Who should skip it
- Impatient growers working with very short northern growing seasons
- Homesteaders needing root vegetables that last through the entire winter
- Gardeners with heavy clay or rocky soil who prefer low-maintenance crops
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Golden flesh holds its vibrant color and sweetness through any cooking method.
Harvest Uniformity
Consistent round shapes make for an aesthetically pleasing and predictable harvest.
Growth Reliability
Open-pollinated genetics ensure dependable performance across varied home garden conditions.
Seasonal Adaptability
Thrives in cool weather, making it ideal for both shoulder seasons.
Flavor Profile
Remarkably mild and sweet, avoiding the earthy bitterness of standard varieties.
Ease of Cultivation
Straightforward planting requirements make this accessible for gardeners of all levels.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Vegetable
Days to Maturity
55 days
Life Cycle
Annual
Mature Height
12 inches
Planting Depth
0.5 to 1 inch
Row Spacing
12 to 24 inches
Seed Spacing
2 to 4 inches
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris
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