{"product_id":"ga-celeri-rave-mars-bio","title":"Organic 'Mars' Celeriac","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e Organic 'Mars' celeriac (Apium graveolens) from the seed company Gaia, a vigorous hybrid variety with broad and stable roots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"746\"\u003e The 'Mars' celeriac forms a \u003cstrong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"384\"\u003elarge, upright, and robust plant\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"423\"\u003ewell-spaced, dark green foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e , which limits soil splash and reduces the risk of foliar diseases. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eroots are large, regular, and well-formed\u003c\/strong\u003e , with \u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"600\"\u003edense, stable flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e , even at large sizes. The interior remains homogeneous, without hollows or coarse fibers, offering a \u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eclean, sweet, and aromatic celeriac flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eSelected for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"809\"\u003erobustness in open field cultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e , this hybrid variety is distinguished by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"889\"\u003etolerance to wet conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e and its \u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"939\"\u003egood resistance to septoria leaf blotch\u003c\/strong\u003e , aided by its upright growth habit. Reliable and consistent, it is suitable for both demanding gardeners and market gardeners seeking a root of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003econsistent quality\u003c\/strong\u003e that is easy to prepare in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassicaceae, Alliums, Tomato, Lettuce, Spinach, Peas, Beans\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eNegative plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn, Cucumber, Squash, Pumpkin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eSpread\/Carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, vigorous\u003cbr data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 to 60 cm \u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic\u003cbr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid variety for open fields, large and regular roots, stable flesh even at large sizes, upright growth habit limiting disease\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eLeaf color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003cbr data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, white flesh, pronounced celery flavor\u003cbr data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Down to -7°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003eStart seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eindoors 10 to 12 weeks before planting out\u003c\/strong\u003e , as celeriac is slow to establish. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eTransplanting is highly recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e and can be done \u003cstrong data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2023\"\u003e2 to 3 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003erich, deep, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003ea depth of 1.2 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , then transplant, spacing plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e15 to 25 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e60 to 90 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eCeleriac prefers full \u003cstrong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003esun (level 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003eregular watering (level 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e . Avoid prolonged drops in temperature at the beginning of cultivation, as the plant may \u003cstrong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003ebolt (go to seed)\u003c\/strong\u003e if temperatures fall below \u003cstrong data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e12°C during the day\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003e4°C at night\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2503\"\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003eBefore harvesting, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2557\"\u003etying the leaves together\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003eblanching effect\u003c\/strong\u003e , improving the color and tenderness of the flesh. Harvest when fully mature, approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2709\"\u003e95 days after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e , and then \u003cstrong data-start=\"2716\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003ecool immediately\u003c\/strong\u003e after lifting to preserve quality. Store at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003e1 to 2°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003ehumidity of approximately 95%\u003c\/strong\u003e , for up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2875\"\u003e2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003e • Soups and broths\u003cbr data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003e • Purées and gratins\u003cbr data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003e • Oven-roasted vegetables\u003cbr data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e • Cubes for stews\u003cbr data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3002\"\u003e • Aromatic winter cuisine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3326\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Mars'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e celeriac is distinguished by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3089\"\u003evigor\u003c\/strong\u003e , the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003estability of its large roots\u003c\/strong\u003e , and its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003ereliability in open fields\u003c\/strong\u003e , offering a robust and high-performing variety for autumn harvests. 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