Avalanche Beet

Avalanche Beet Seeds: Pure White Roots, Sweet Flavour, and Reliable Performance

Avalanche beet is an heirloom variety prized for its unique pure white roots and mild, sweet flavour. Unlike traditional red beets, Avalanche produces round roots that don’t stain and have no earthy aftertaste, making them ideal for fresh eating, roasting, juicing, or pickling. The vigorous tops are easy to harvest and can be used as nutritious greens in salads or cooked dishes.

Key Features of Avalanche Beet Seeds

• High germination rates for consistent, reliable crops
• Heirloom, untreated, and non-GMO seeds for healthy, sustainable gardens
• Pure white, round roots with a mild, sweet flavour—no red stains
• Vigorous tops for easy harvesting and attractive bunches
• Adaptable to a wide range of Canadian climates and soil types
• Resistant to common beet diseases
• Suitable for fresh eating, roasting, juicing, or pickling

Planting and Growing Avalanche Beets

• Choose a sunny location with at least 6–8 hours of direct sun daily
• Prepare well-drained, loose soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0; amend with compost or aged manure (2–3 inches deep)
• Sow seeds after all danger of frost, when soil temperature reaches 10°C–18°C
• Plant seeds ½ inch deep, 1 inch apart in rows spaced 12–16 inches for optimal root development
• Thin seedlings to 3–4 inches apart for larger roots
• Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not soggy

Care Tips

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Feed with an organic, balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks
• Monitor for pests like leaf miners and flea beetles; use row covers or insecticidal soap if needed
• Rotate crops annually to prevent soil-borne diseases

Harvesting & Storing

• Harvest when roots reach 2–3 inches in diameter for best flavour and texture
• Store trimmed roots at 2°C and high humidity for long-term freshness
• Enjoy Avalanche beets raw, roasted, or juiced—their sweet, mild flavour is perfect for all culinary uses

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do Avalanche Beets need full sun? Yes—at least 6–8 hours is best.
• When should I plant Avalanche beet seeds? Sow outdoors after the last frost, when soil temperatures are consistently above 10°C.
• Can I grow Avalanche beets in containers? Yes—use containers at least 12 inches across and provide loose, well-drained soil.