Beta vulgaris. Cool season 48 days. USDA organic. Sow in early spring or late summer. Heirloom. Considered the best beet for greens, Early Wonder also has very tasty beets and produces a crop quickly. We are dedicated to inspiring & educating the gardener in you. That's why we've put even more helpful information inside. Early Wonder has it all - tasty, abundant greens, flavorful beets, and early production; an excellent choice. Great for mild climates where multiple crops are possible. The 18 inch greens are as delicious as chard or spinach and high in vitamins A and C, iron and potassium. Beet seed is actually a dried fruit with 1-5 seeds in each fruit, so proper thinning is very important. This packet sows up to 23 feet. No GMOs. All our seeds are untreated. Illustrated by Tracy Wager. www.botanicalinterests.com. Certified organic by the Colorado Dept. of Agriculture.