Aromatic HerbsIntermediate to Advanced
Celery
Apium graveolens
Nombre Científico
Apium graveolens
Familia
Apiaceae
Origen
Mediterranean region
Tipo
Biennial (grown as annual)
120-180 days
Usos Culinarios
Sabor: Crisp, slightly salty, aromatic
- Base for stocks and soups (mirepoix)
- Raw in salads and snacks
- Braised as side dish
- Juiced for health drinks
- Leaves as herb
Calendario de Plantación
Sembrar en Interior
FebruaryMarch
Sembrar al Aire Libre
AprilMay
Cosecha
AugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
Beneficios para la Salud
- Very low calorie; negative calorie effect
- Natural anti-inflammatory
- May help lower blood pressure
- Contains antioxidants
- Traditional digestive aid