{"product_id":"w-h-celeri-rave-balena","title":"Celeriac 'Balena'","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"103\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"103\" data-start=\"4\"\u003eOrganic 'Balena' celeriac (Apium graveolens var. rapaceum), offered by seed company WH Perron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"105\"\u003e Organic \u003cstrong\u003e'Balena' celeriac\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality variety, renowned for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"224\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eround, smooth, and very white root\u003c\/strong\u003e with firm, flavorful flesh. Its \u003cstrong data-end=\"289\" data-start=\"261\"\u003eresistance to bolting\u003c\/strong\u003e and excellent uniformity make it a reliable choice for the vegetable garden. Highly prized in cooking, it develops large, well-formed roots and offers \u003cstrong data-end=\"500\" data-start=\"461\"\u003eexcellent long-term storage\u003c\/strong\u003e when kept cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"560\"\u003eAt maturity, the root reaches approximately \u003cstrong data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"598\"\u003e26 cm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e and an ideal diameter for culinary use. 'Balena' is particularly well-suited to autumn and winter harvests, when it retains all its flavor. When grown properly in rich, consistently moist soil, it yields consistent, high-quality results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1337\" data-start=\"899\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"914\" data-start=\"899\"\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apium graveolens var. rapaceum\u003cbr data-end=\"948\" data-start=\"945\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"962\" data-start=\"948\"\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003cbr data-end=\"974\" data-start=\"971\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"984\" data-start=\"974\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celeriac\u003cbr data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"996\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"999\"\u003eMaturity after transplantation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 105 days\u003cbr data-end=\"1056\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1083\" data-start=\"1056\"\u003eRoot length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 26 cm\u003cbr data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"1097\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1100\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 50 seeds\u003cbr data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003eFormulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic \u003cbr data-end=\"1179\" data-start=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1179\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooking, winter storage\u003cbr data-end=\"1225\" data-start=\"1222\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1248\" data-start=\"1225\"\u003eCompanion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans, cabbage, leeks, onions, tomatoes\u003cbr data-end=\"1290\" data-start=\"1287\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1312\" data-start=\"1290\"\u003eNefarious plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lettuce, potato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1364\" data-start=\"1339\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1364\" data-start=\"1343\"\u003eCultivation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1735\" data-start=\"1366\"\u003eSow 'Balena' celeriac \u003cstrong data-end=\"1430\" data-start=\"1396\"\u003eindoors in early March\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1467\" data-start=\"1440\"\u003elight, sandy soil\u003c\/strong\u003e , covering the seeds with about \u003cstrong data-end=\"1523\" data-start=\"1506\"\u003e3 mm of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e . Germination occurs after about \u003cstrong data-end=\"1577\" data-start=\"1563\"\u003e3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a temperature of around \u003cstrong data-end=\"1616\" data-start=\"1607\"\u003e17°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . When the seedlings reach \u003cstrong data-end=\"1658\" data-start=\"1648\"\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , transplant them into \u003cstrong data-end=\"1692\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003eindividual pots\u003c\/strong\u003e to encourage strong root development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2104\" data-start=\"1737\"\u003eTowards the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1756\" data-start=\"1745\"\u003eend of May\u003c\/strong\u003e , transplant into the garden in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1823\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003esoil rich in organic matter\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing the plants \u003cstrong data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1851\"\u003e20 to 30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart in rows at least \u003cstrong data-end=\"1909\" data-start=\"1900\"\u003e60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Celeriac is sensitive to deficiencies, particularly in \u003cstrong data-end=\"1974\" data-start=\"1966\"\u003eboron\u003c\/strong\u003e : a lack can cause \u003cstrong data-end=\"2028\" data-start=\"2006\"\u003eheart rot\u003c\/strong\u003e and hollow roots. A well-amended and balanced soil is therefore essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2135\" data-start=\"2106\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"2135\" data-start=\"2110\"\u003eGrowing tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2447\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003eKeep the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2177\" data-start=\"2150\"\u003esoil consistently moist\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially during root development. A \u003cstrong data-end=\"2237\" data-start=\"2225\"\u003emulch\u003c\/strong\u003e of compost and straw helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Water \u003cstrong data-end=\"2359\" data-start=\"2342\"\u003eregularly\u003c\/strong\u003e when rainfall is scarce, but never allow the soil to dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2482\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"2482\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003eHarvesting and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2750\" data-start=\"2484\"\u003e Harvest when the root reaches a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2556\" data-start=\"2522\"\u003ediameter of at least 10 to 15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e . Cut off the foliage and store the roots in a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2638\" data-start=\"2611\"\u003ecool, humid place\u003c\/strong\u003e , such as a basement or cellar. 'Balena' keeps \u003cstrong data-end=\"2718\" data-start=\"2692\"\u003every well throughout the winter\u003c\/strong\u003e , without any noticeable loss of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-end=\"2801\" data-start=\"2752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2801\" data-start=\"2756\"\u003eWhite, even and perfect for winter!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3111\" data-start=\"2803\"\u003e With its smooth root, \u003cstrong\u003egood bolting resistance, and excellent storage qualities\u003c\/strong\u003e , organic \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Balena'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e celeriac is a top choice for gardeners looking to produce reliable and flavorful celeriac. A \u003cstrong\u003emust-have for the autumn and winter vegetable garden\u003c\/strong\u003e , it's as practical as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"W.H. 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