Stalk celery of the Pascal variety is a frost-hardy and cold-resistant plant with high yield up to 4.5 kg per square meter. The vegetation period ranges from 100 to 150 days depending on growing conditions. The plant forms an upright rosette 70-75 cm high and weighing approximately 450-500 grams, with dark green or light green ribbed stalks 25 to 50 cm long. The stalks differ in their delicate texture, smoothness, and lack of fibers, possess a sweet, nutty aroma, and have excellent taste qualities, making them versatile for fresh consumption, salads, drinks, as well as braising, frying, and drying as a spice.
For growing the Pascal variety, it is recommended to use light, sandy loam, and fertile neutral soils with good lighting. Seeds are sown for seedlings in February at a temperature of 10-12 degrees, and after 4-5 leaves appear, the seedlings are transplanted into open ground in early May with row spacing of 50 by 40 cm. Direct sowing of seeds into the ground is also possible. During cultivation, regular watering, soil loosening, hilling, and fertilizing are necessary to ensure optimal growth and development of the plant.
The Pascal variety is characterized by good storability and transportability, making it attractive for commercial cultivation and sale on fresh markets, as well as for processing. The plant has medium immunity to diseases, so an important element of agrotechnology is adherence to crop rotation and pest control. Thanks to its qualities and versatility of application, Pascal celery is an excellent choice for gardeners and farmers seeking to obtain a high-quality harvest.
