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CELERY ==========================
CULTIVATION: ============ Celery is a biennial plant with bulbous fleshy
roots, producinging branched and angular stems up to 1 foot tall in second
year with small grey-white flowers.
Celery needs a sunny, with midday shade, location. It should also be
sheltered from strong winds. Grows best in rich, moist, and well drained
soil.
Sow outdoors in late spring. Soak seeds before planting. Germination
typically takes about 10-20 days. Make sure you water the plant often,
juiciness depends on how much water the plant received
Transplant or thin to 16 inches apart. Celery is not suitable for growing
indoors. Pick leaves in late summer, or as needed. Collect seeds when
ripe. Dry or freeze leaves, or infuse in vinegar.
CULINARY USES: ============== The celery leaves are rich in vitamins,
mineral salts, and other active ingredients of nutritious value.
Canned soups come alive with a handful of minced celery leaves tossed in
during cooking. Dried leaves may replace fresh ones for soups, sauces and
stock, although it has a stronger taste .
Add small amounts of chop leaves into salads, cream cheese, poultry
stuffings, or use as a garnish.
Some people are allergic to celery and for them the real harm comes from
the poison which is given off by the leaves under condition of
considerable moisture. This poison may produce a rash like poison ivy.
MEDICAL USES: ============= Scientists have discovered a surprising
numbers of healing benefits in celery seeds. They may help relieve
insomnia and high blood pressure and may even help some people manage
diabetes and congestive heart failure. Try a pleasant-tasting infusion as
a mild relaxant or to bring on menstruation. Use 1-2 teaspoons of freshly
crushed seeds per cup of boiling water. Steep for 10-20 minutes. Drink up
to 3 cups a day.
CELERY SALT 2 teaspoons celery seeds into 6 teaspoons table salt, mix
thoroughly. Store the mixture in a salt shaker. Let the salt sit for a few
days then use as needed.
Celery juice, an extract of celery seed, is an excellent diuretics that
promote the flow of urine through the kidneys. Bruise and add 3
tablespoons of the seeds to a pint of brandy or red wine. Steep them for
several days. Dosage is 1 tablespoon at a time with 2 tablespoons of
water, three times a day. Celery seed oil contains a chemical called
Phthalides that has sedative effect in animals. Animals findings don't
always apply to humans, but if you're anxious, nervous, or wakeful, try
this herb and see if it works for you.
WARNING: ======== Celery seeds may be used under the supervision of a
physician as part of a program to treat high blood pressure, congestive
heard failure, or diabetes. Celery juice and oil should not be used during
pregnancy.