The table beet variety Red Ball is an early-maturing and high-yielding variety with a growing period of 70 to 105 days, depending on growing conditions. The root crops have a round shape, weighing from 250 to 300 grams, with a dark burgundy color and smooth skin. The foliage is firmly attached to the fruit, and the beet itself rises half out of the ground, which facilitates harvesting even from dried-out soil. The flesh is bright, rich, dense, without veins and fibers, has a tender sweet taste and high juiciness.
The variety is characterized by high cold and heat tolerance, as well as good immunity to rots and spots, which contributes to a stable yield of up to 5-6 kg per square meter. Red Ball grows well on light, fertile soils with timely watering and fertilizing, which is especially important for obtaining quality produce. The beet is suitable for growing both in the first and second crop, allowing for early root crops and harvest for long-term storage.
Due to its taste qualities and uniform coloring, the Red Ball beet is widely used in cooking: it is consumed fresh, as well as boiled, pickled, or baked. The variety is characterized by good storage ability; under proper storage conditions, root crops retain nutritional properties and freshness until spring. This makes Red Ball a universal choice for those who value taste, quality, and convenience in using table beets.
