Celery  Facts  The taste  Earthy, mild, sweet   Germination  7 - 14 days (less if soaked)  Growth until harvest  21 - 30 days  Nitrogen requirements  high - heavy feeder   pH range  6.5   matching plants  Ec - area  1.8 - 2.4   suitable fish  Size  up to 7.5 cm
Cultivation  Soaking the seeds  recommended for 24 - 48 hours  Soak the medium  not necessary   Growth medium  - Mixed potting soil (organic preferred) - Coconut soil - Peat-free potting soil - Hemp mats  Light  12 to 14 hours of exposure per day, at a short distance above the plants (approx. 40 to 60 cm)  Germination temperature  approx. 24°C  irrigation - Flood and drain twice a day, spray surface with water sprayer in the morning and evening  Preferred system  Ebb - flood systems	Nutritional values ​​per 100g  Calories  14 kcal   Carbohydrates  3g   Proteins  0.69g   Vitamin C  3.1 mg   Fat  0.17g   Calcium 40 mg   Fibers  1.6g   Iron  0.2 mg   Phosphates  24 mg   Magnesium 11 mg

Steps of cultivation

1. Place the seeds in a bowl of clean water to soak for 24 - 48 hours

2. Prepare growth medium and generously moisten the surface

3. Distribute seeds evenly and avoid partial clusters

4. Moisten the seeds extensively with a water sprayer

5. Cover and weigh down with any cover (e.g. a baking stone), store in a dark place  

6. Germination occurs in 7 - 14 days

7. Remove cover and transfer to aquaponics system 

8. After 21 to 30 days, the ripe microgreens can be harvested 

9. Harvesting should take place in the morning or evening due to cooler temperatures

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