The variety is of Dutch origin and is considered an heirloom. The plant forms an upright rosette of intense dark red or purple leaves. The roots have a round or slightly flattened shape; the skin and flesh are colored a deep dark red, sometimes with pink or cherry-colored rings.
The plant reaches a height of 30–60 cm. The variety is mid-season, with the period from emergence to harvest ranging from 50 to 110 days. It is characterized by cold hardiness and relative resistance to bolting, and it tolerates various temperature conditions well. The roots have a sweet taste and are suitable for long-term storage.
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Also known as
breeder code BULLS BLOOD
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Bull's BloodprimaryNL, QZ
BULLS BLOODGB
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Institut National de Recherche pour l'Agriculture l'Alimentation et l'Environnement (INRAE) ^^^Association Départementale Interprofessionnelle de la Betterave Rouge du Loiret (ADIB)^^^Vilmorin-Mikado S.A.S.