Root celery 50 fresh seeds. Apium Graveolens seeds

🌱 Apium Graveolens — Root Celery

Root celery seeds are a type of vegetable seed, belonging to the Apiaceae botanical family. This variety is known for its exceptional dietary and taste qualities, making it a popular choice among gardeners and cooks.

🌿 Botanical Description

Apium Graveolens is a biennial plant that can grow up to 1.5 meters in height. The leaf blade is rich green, with light green petioles. The root crop is round, with a diameter of 10-12cm, and a yellowish surface color. The flesh is ivory, tender, and juicy, weighing up to 600g. The lateral roots are located in the lower part of the root crop.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2mm, sowing timing: late February-March, pre-treatment: none required.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 7-14 days.
• Soil type: loose and moist, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: good.
• Watering and fertilization: regular, with careful care to avoid overwatering.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Apium Graveolens is native to Europe and Western Asia, growing in a variety of habitats, including wetlands and coastal areas, at altitudes ranging from sea level to 1,000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Root celery has been used for centuries in cooking and medicine, containing essential oils, sugars, and mineral salts. It is also used in the canning industry and as a fresh ingredient. The presented variety has a high aroma and increased sugar content, making it a popular choice among gardeners and cooks.

🪴 Harvesting

The period from full shoots to harvesting of root crops is 140-150 days. The root crop is ready to harvest when the leaves start to yellow and the roots are firm.