Porthos
The variety Porthos is a bolt-resistant celeriac suited to all growing periods, from early cultivation under fleece through to the normal May/June planting for storage. Specially resistant to Septoria. Tubers are round and smooth with a light coloured skin; bulbs are set medium high with concentrated root base for ease of harvest; leaves strong and upright. Powerful, aromatic celery flavour. Check availability of pelleted form (primed) online.
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Origin
Multiplier: Betriebsgemeinschaft Gärtnerei Röllingsen, Gärtnerei Spiren / Per Andersen, Sativa RheinauBreeder: F. Ebner Cerifications: Demeter, EU Bio
Cultivation
Note: All celery seed is tested for seed borne disease before it can be sold. If any trace of Septoria is discovered the seeds are given a warm water treatment to kill of the spores.Planting distance: ca. 40 x 40 cmSeed germination temperature: ca. 20 °C Note: Keeping seedlings warm enough will prevent bolting