Pascal Celery
Apium Graveolens L.
Description
Celery 'Pascal' – Apium graveolens L.
Celery Pascal: crisp, aromatic, and high-yielding – perfect for fall soups and hearty winter dishes from the garden.
A staple for garden and kitchen
The 'Pascal' celery is a vigorous variety of stalk celery, appreciated for its thick, juicy, pale green stalks. It delivers an intense aroma and a satisfying crunch – delicious both raw and cooked. With its strong growth and long harvesting window, it’s a valuable addition for any home gardener or soup enthusiast.
Origins and botanical family
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Origin: Mediterranean region, later cultivated in Europe
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Botanical family: Apiaceae (Umbellifers)
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Known since antiquity for its medicinal and culinary uses
Botanical characteristics
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Height: 50–70 cm
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Habit: compact, upright rosette
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Leaves: dark green, deeply cut, aromatic
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Stalks: thick, firm, juicy and low in fibre
Sowing and growing conditions
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Sowing time: February to April under cover; transplant outdoors in May–June
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Germination temperature: 15–20 °C
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Germination time: 14 to 21 days
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Depth: 0.5 to 1 cm
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Spacing: 30 cm between plants, 40 cm between rows
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Soil: rich, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
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Exposure: full sun
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Thinning: keep strongest seedlings once sprouted
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Water needs: very high – keep soil constantly moist
Care and maintenance
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Regular weeding and hilling
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Generous watering, especially during dry periods
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Add compost during the growing season
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For pale stalks: tie plants together and provide light shading
Harvest
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Harvest period: 150 to 180 days after sowing (August–November)
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Harvest maturity: when a solid heart and firm stalks have formed
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Yield: 3 to 4 plants per m²
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Storage: 2 to 4 weeks in a cool cellar; suitable for blanching and freezing
Garden use
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Suitable for borders or central rows in garden beds
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Good companion plant with leeks, cabbages, and onions
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Avoid planting after root crops like carrots or parsnips
Culinary uses
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Flavour: strong, aromatic, slightly salty
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Ideal for soups, stews, gratins, or raw with dips
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Tip: use the leaves for broths and sauces
Ecology and features
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Attracts beneficial insects
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Suitable for large containers or pots
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Improves soil with organic matter
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Ideal for permaculture with mulching and companion planting
'Pascal' celery is a robust and versatile vegetable, appreciated for its strong flavour, generous yield, and ease of care.
Features
- Common name : Pascal Celery
- Category : vegetable
- Time to sow seeds : February-March
- Harvest : after 150 to 180 days (August to November)
Specific References
- EAN13
- 8711117027409
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