| Days to harvest: | 40- 50 days |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Biennial |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Plant Height: | 6-12 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 6 inches |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: edible |
| Underground structures: | Taproot |
| Uses: | Vegetable Cooked greens |
| Edible Parts: | Leaves Roots |
| Eating Methods: | Raw Cooked |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Sow in situ |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
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