Crosby’s Egyptian Beet Organic Seeds (Beta vulgaris) Flat, sweet red roots with tender greens. Early maturing and perfect for heirloom gardens

Minimum: 30+ Seeds

❤️ Sweet, Fast, and Full of Flavor • Organic Heirloom • Dual-Purpose Root & Green

Grow a garden classic with a rich past and delicious future—Crosby’s Egyptian Beet is a beloved heirloom known for its sweet, tender roots and leafy, nutritious greens. With its signature flat shape and deep red color, this early-maturing beet isn’t just fast—it’s fantastic in salads, roasts, and juices, and it thrives in all kinds of gardens, big or small.

Originally selected in the 1800s for its ability to grow quickly and taste amazing, this variety is still a favorite among home gardeners and market growers alike. The roots are smooth and easy to slice, while the greens cook up beautifully or can be harvested young for a splash of color in salads.

🌿 Why Grow Crosby’s Egyptian Beets?

⏱️ Quick to Harvest
One of the earliest beets to mature—ready in just 50–60 days from seed.

🍬 Sweet, Earthy Roots
Flat, deep red roots with a rich, sweet flavor perfect for roasting, pickling, or slicing raw.

🥬 Tender, Nutritious Greens
Enjoy the leafy tops in sautés, soups, or salads—packed with vitamins and antioxidants.

🌱 Organic & Non-GMO
Grown without synthetic chemicals—safe for your garden and your table.

🌎 Perfect for Small Spaces
Compact plants fit easily in raised beds, containers, and tightly packed rows.

🪴 Ideal for Beginners
Easy to sow, easy to grow, and rewarding for new gardeners of all ages.

🌿 How to Grow Crosby’s Egyptian Beets

Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris
Plant Type: Biennial grown as an annual
Days to Germination: 5–10 days
Days to Maturity: 50–60 days
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil: Loose, well-drained, fertile soil
Seed Depth: ½ inch
Spacing: 2–3 inches between plants; 12 inches between rows
Root Size at Harvest: 3–5 inches wide
USDA Zones: 2–10

Direct sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, and again in late summer for a fall crop. Thin seedlings early to allow roots to size up. Beets prefer consistent moisture and benefit from a layer of mulch to retain soil moisture.

🛠️ Growing Tips

• Soak seeds in water for a few hours before planting to speed up germination.

• Harvest greens as they grow—just a few leaves at a time to keep roots developing.

• Thin plants by snipping—not pulling—to avoid disturbing neighboring roots.

• Succession plant every 2–3 weeks for a longer harvest window.

🌎 Perfect For:

🥗 Edible Landscapes – Beautiful red stems and green leaves add color and nutrition
🧺 Market Gardens – Uniform size and sweet taste make this a customer favorite
🧑🌾 Heirloom Collections – One of the oldest American beet varieties still in use
🍴 Kitchen Gardens – Roast, pickle, juice, or sauté—the options are endless
🏡 Family Gardens – Fun to grow, pull, and cook together

🌱 Fun Fact:
Crosby’s Egyptian Beet was developed in Massachusetts in the late 1800s by Josiah Crosby. Its fast growth and delicious roots made it a go-to for early spring planting—earning it a spot in seed catalogs for over a century!

🔒 Pure, Proven, and Organic

At Terra Mater Gardens, we believe good food starts with great seeds. Our Crosby’s Egyptian Beet seeds are open-pollinated, USDA-certified organic, and tested for strong germination. Whether you're planting for flavor, nutrition, or fun—these beets deliver every time.