Halifax Seed Beet Cylindra Formanova Pkg.

Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris

Common Name: Cylindra Beet, Formanova Beet

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Height: 12 to 18 inches

Width: 6 to 12 inches

Spacing: 2 to 4 inches between plants; 12 to 18 inches between rows

Attracts: Bees and beneficial insects, if allowed to flower

Use: Fresh eating, slicing, roasting, pickling, canning, and edible greens

Plant Habit: Cool-season root vegetable

Harvest: 55 to 65 days from sowing; harvest roots when 6 to 8 inches long for best tenderness

Companion Plants: Lettuce, onions, garlic, cabbage family crops and bush beans

General Information: Beet Cylindra ‘Formanova’ is known for its long, cylindrical roots that are ideal for uniform slicing and pickling. Flesh is deep red, tender, and mildly sweet with minimal zoning. Performs best in loose, well-drained soil and cool growing conditions. Both roots and greens are edible, making it a versatile and productive garden variety.