Celery Self Blanching

Self-blanching celery, classic unbeatable old variety for early crops of thick, tasty stems that are self-blanching and full of flavor. Naturally produces a pale, tender stalk without the need for the traditional blanching process. Growing to a height of 40 to 60cms, it is highly suitable for smaller garden

In conventional celery cultivation, the stalks are often blanched by covering them with soil, cardboard, or other materials to shield them from direct sunlight. This prevents the chlorophyll in the stalks from developing, resulting in pale-colored, milder-tasting celery.

With self-blanching celery, the plant naturally develops pale stalks without the extra effort. This is due to specific characteristics of certain celery cultivars, which grow with a reduced tendency to produce chlorophyll in the lower parts of the plant. As a result, the stalks are lighter in color, more tender, and have a milder flavor compared to regular, fully green celery. Self-blanching celery is especially prized by gardeners and farmers because it reduces the need for labor-intensive blanching techniques, making the process more efficient.

Some examples of self-blanching celery varieties include ‘Golden Self-Blanching’ and ‘Tango’, which are known for their ease of growing and good-quality, milder-flavored stalks.

Benefits of self-blanching celery:

1. Ease of growing: No need to mound soil or cover the plants to blanch them.
2. Tenderness: The stalks are usually more tender and have a milder flavor.
3. Reduced labor: Less work is required for blanching compared to traditional celery varieties.