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Beta vulgaris ssp. cicla 'Ruby Red'

Family Chenopodiaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description Beta vulgaris ssp. cicla 'Ruby Red' bears bright red flowers during late spring to mid-summer. The showy glossy foliage is variegated, deep green in colour and coarse in texture.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, culinary and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics Beta vulgaris ssp. cicla 'Ruby Red' is tolerant of salt.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.