The Chioggia beet is an old time Italian heirloom beet that dates back to the early 1800's . The first thing you notice about Chioggia beets are their unique bull's eye pattern they display once cut. Not only is it the most beautiful of the beets but it has delicious sweet flavor.
The Chioggia beet produces tasty green leaves that are similar to spinach in taste. Beet has pale red skin and grows to 2-3" wide. Best eaten young when most tender and sweet. Beet bottoms are a unique candy cane tone and alternate between red and white rings. They are sweet and delicious.