Beta comprises annual, biennial, or perennial plants characterized by rosettes of basal foliage and robust, fleshy roots. This genus encompasses various wild species alongside cultivated varieties like beetroot, chard, and sugar beet.

Beta

Beta patula

Beta procumbens

Beta trigyna

Beta vulgaris serves as the foundational species for various cultivated beets, such as beetroot, chard, sugar beet, and fodder beets like mangle-wurzel. It features robust, deep green leaves that are suitable for consumption. The plant produces numerous small, pale green flowers that cluster near the stem, though they are not particularly noticeable.

Beta vulgaris

Beta vulgaris 'Action' is an exceptional variety of baby beet that yields consistent, round roots with a deep red hue. When picked at a young stage, these beets offer a notably sweet taste, but they can also be allowed to grow to maturity. This variety is well-suited for small gardens and container cultivation on patios. Harvest time spans from June to October.

Beta vulgaris 'Action'

Beta vulgaris 'Agyptische Plottrundie'

Beta vulgaris 'Albina Reselected'

Beta vulgaris 'Albina Vereduna'

Beta vulgaris 'Albina White'

Beta vulgaris 'Albino' is a unique annual that produces an edible taproot with a smooth, white skin. This heirloom variety is known for its tender texture and sweet flavor, making it ideal for adding raw to summer salads.

Beta vulgaris 'Albino'

Beta vulgaris 'Alto' is a beetroot cultivar known for its sweet, elongated red roots that emerge above the soil. The leaf stalks showcase a vibrant ruby red hue, accompanied by leaves that feature distinct pink veins. This variety is straightforward to cultivate and can be easily prepared for culinary use.

Beta vulgaris 'Alto'

Beta vulgaris 'Alvro-Mono' is an annual beetroot variety cultivated primarily for its round, dark red taproots that are edible. Known for being an early 'mono-germ' cultivar, it yields just one seedling per seed unit, thereby removing the requirement for thinning. The roots are smooth and rounded, while the foliage is also suitable for consumption. Young roots can be pickled whole.

Beta vulgaris 'Alvro-Mono'

Beta vulgaris 'Bettollo' is a herbaceous perennial valued for its culinary uses, yielding exceptionally sweet, high-quality red taproots. The plant also features vibrant green leaves that display attractive red veins.

Beta vulgaris 'Bettollo'

Beta vulgaris 'Bikores' is a cultivated annual vegetable valued for its rounded, dark purple taproots that contain flavorful dark red flesh. This variety exhibits some resistance to bolting, making it a reliable choice for gardeners.

Beta vulgaris 'Bikores'

Beta vulgaris 'Blankoma'

Beta vulgaris 'Boldet'

Beta vulgaris 'Bolivar' is a high-quality annual vegetable known for its round, deep red roots that feature a smooth exterior and exceptional taste. It can be harvested at an early stage as baby beets for their sweetness or allowed to fully develop into larger roots for a mature harvest.

Beta vulgaris 'Bolivar'

Beta vulgaris 'Boltardy' is an annual vegetable prized for its round, dark red taproots, which are edible. The young foliage is also suitable for consumption. This variety exhibits a strong resistance to bolting, making it a reliable choice for gardeners.

Beta vulgaris 'Boltardy'

Beta vulgaris 'Bona' is a mid to late season cultivar known for its sweetness. It features mid to dark green foliage that is accented by deep red veins and stalks. This variety yields an abundance of uniformly sized, deep red beetroots with a smooth exterior. 'Bona' is suitable for harvest at both young and mature stages and is an excellent choice for pickling.

Beta vulgaris 'Bona'

Beta vulgaris 'Bonel' is an early maturing variety known for its consistent, smooth-skinned, deep purple-red taproots, which offer outstanding flavor. Harvesting is straightforward.

Beta vulgaris 'Bonel'

Beta vulgaris 'Boro' is a biennial plant typically cultivated as an annual for its round, fleshy, dark red roots that are edible. The leaves are dark green and feature deep red stems and veins, making them suitable for consumption as well. This cultivar is known for its hardiness and consistent performance, ideal for harvesting baby beets or allowing them to mature. The roots can reach up to 8 cm in diameter and have good storage capabilities.

Beta vulgaris 'Boro'

Beta vulgaris 'Boston' is a refined cultivar known for its smooth, rounded, deep red roots that offer a rich beet flavor. This variety is resistant to bolting, making it suitable for early harvests.

Beta vulgaris 'Boston'

Beta vulgaris 'Bull's Blood' is an annual vegetable notable for its vibrant crimson taproots and compact clusters of dark purple-red leaves that are also edible. This variety is well-suited for kitchen gardens or vegetable plots and serves as a superb option for culinary use.

Beta vulgaris 'Bull's Blood'

Beta vulgaris 'Burpee's Golden' is an annual vegetable cultivated for its flavorful, orange taproots that develop a rich yellow hue upon cooking. The mid-green foliage is also consumable, with a preference for harvesting when young.

Beta vulgaris 'Burpee's Golden'

Beta vulgaris 'Cardeal' is a high-quality variety developed in partnership with RBG Kew, specifically for harvesting baby beets. This cultivar produces smooth, round taproots with red flesh, roughly the size of a golf ball, from June through October. These beets are recognized for their notably sweet taste.

Beta vulgaris 'Cardeal'

Beta vulgaris 'Cheltenham Green Top Select'

Beta vulgaris 'Cheltenham Green Top' is an annual vegetable cultivated primarily for its edible root. This variety develops a long, tapering taproot known for its superior taste and robust foliage that facilitates easy harvesting. The young leaves are also consumable.

Beta vulgaris 'Cheltenham Green Top'

Beta vulgaris 'Cheltenham Mono'

Beta vulgaris 'Cheltenham Selected'

Beta vulgaris 'Chioggia' is a dependable annual vegetable known for its edible taproots, which display a unique pattern of white and red rings when sliced. These roots are flavorful and ideal for roasting, allowing the distinctive inner rings to be showcased.

Beta vulgaris 'Chioggia'

Beta vulgaris 'Cluseed Sextus'

Beta vulgaris 'Covent Garden Long Red'

Beta vulgaris 'Crapaudine' is an annual beetroot cultivar recognized as one of the oldest known varieties. Its taproot has a carrot-like shape, featuring a thick, rough skin that encases a flavorful, deep red interior. Many chefs regard this variety as having a superior taste compared to more modern options.

Beta vulgaris 'Crapaudine'

Beta vulgaris 'Crimson Globe'

Beta vulgaris 'Crimson King' is a reliable annual cultivated primarily for its sizable, round, deep red taproots. These roots are known for their robust flavor and solid texture, lacking any inner rings. This variety is well-suited for winter storage.

Beta vulgaris 'Crimson King'

Beta vulgaris 'Cylindra Improved'

Beta vulgaris 'Cylindra' is a reliable annual vegetable valued for its tasty, deep red, elongated taproots. This variety matures late, demonstrating resilience against bolting and exhibiting strong disease resistance. It is particularly suitable for long-term storage methods, including sand pits.

Beta vulgaris 'Cylindra'

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit 2 Tardel'

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit 2' - Bolivar

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit 2' - Crimson Globe is an enhanced cultivar cultivated as an annual for its uniform, round taproots with smooth, purple skin and deep red, sweet flesh. This variety exhibits notable resistance to downy mildew. It is well-suited for various culinary applications, including baking, pickling, and adding raw to salads.

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit 2' - Crimson Globe

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit 2' - Darko is a biennial plant cultivated primarily for its round, deep red taproots, which feature a smooth exterior and a classic beet flavor. This variety is well-suited for culinary uses, including both cooking and pickling applications.

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit 2' - Darko

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit Dark Red 2'

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit Globe' is a traditional annual vegetable recognized for its rounded, deep red taproots, which feature flavorful, dark red interiors. This variety is known for its impressive storage potential and remains a popular choice for main crop planting. It is straightforward to cultivate, making it accessible for home gardeners.

Beta vulgaris 'Detroit Globe'

Beta vulgaris 'Early Wonder'

Beta vulgaris 'Flamingo'

Beta vulgaris 'Forono' is an annual vegetable cultivated primarily for its edible taproot. This beet variety is known for its robust growth and high yield, producing a consistent, elongated root with a deep red hue that offers a sweeter flavor and simplifies peeling. The young foliage is also suitable for consumption. Additionally, 'Forono' demonstrates good resistance to bolting.

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