Celery is still coming strong in my garden. I cannot believe how prolific my crop has been. Why have I never ever have grown this vegetable? It was so easy to grow and is one vegetable that I use all the time. It is great to munch on, eating it just plain or with some hummas. It seems that I am running out daily to grab some to chop in my tuna salad or add to my soups, stews, or chili-and don't be afraid to use the leafy tops. I will be using it as one of the main ingredients in my Thanksgiving turkey stuffing. The taste and smell of fresh celery is superior to storebought. This is one crop that I would definitely consider growing in your home garden. Try starting seeds indoors in February. Plant the seedlings in early May about 6 inches apart. Sow more seeds in between plants guarenteeing a longlasting crop.
Nutritionally speaking, celery leaves are high in vitamin A. The stems are a source of vitamins B1,2,and 6 as well as C. Folic acid, potassium, magnesium, calcium,phoshorus, iron, sodium, and essential amino acids are found in celery. Health benefits (especially when juicing celery) include balancing blood ph, replacing electolytes after exercise, anti-cancer compounds, lowers LDL cholesterol, aids constipation, lowers blood pressure, aid inflamation, and aids in weight loss with diuretic effect. It is certainly celerific!
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