Celery Tall Utah (Apium graveolens var. dulce) is an heirloom variety grown since 1953. It has medium-dark green stringless stalks with compact hearts that have great flavour and are disease resistant. One of the most popular and dependable varieties. Dark green stalks and foliage growing to 70cm. The plant can be used raw or cooked. Leaves are used as a flavouring, fresh or dried. Ideal in salads, soups, stews and as a cooked vegetable. The plant has good disease tolerance.
Celery Tall Utah Culinary Uses
- It is a popular addition to salads and many cooked dishes.
- Add celery leaves and sliced celery stalks to soups, stews, casseroles, and healthy stir fries.
Celery Tall Utah Medicinal Benefits
Celery is an excellent source of vitamin K and molybdenum. It is a very good source of folate, potassium, dietary fiber, manganese, and pantothenic acid. Celery is also a good source of vitamin B2, copper, vitamin C, vitamin B6, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and vitamin A (in the form of carotenoids).
- Helps Lower High Cholesterol
- Lowers Inflammation
- Helps Prevent or Treat High Blood Pressure
- Helps Prevent Ulcers
- Protects Liver Health
Growing Celery Tall Utah
- Sow Celery seeds in Spring through to Autumn 5mm deep in seed trays and keep moist.
- Celery needs light to germinate so sow seeds very shallowly.
- Germination takes 7-14 days after sowing.
- Transplant to cropping position at 2-4 leaf stage, spacing 25cm apart in blocks.
- Keep well-watered and fed to aid quick growth.
- Remove any side shoots forming at base of plant.
- To harvest, cut celery at ground level.
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Information is for educational and informational purposes only and may not be construed as medical advice. The information is not intended to replace medical advice or treatment offered by healthcare professionals.