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Most
celery grown commercially in the United States belongs to several green
varieties that range in color from light to dark green; all are referred
to as Pascal.
Celery should keep for 2 to 3 months if stored in rooms held uniformly
at 32ºF.
However, less celery is stored now than in former years. Since wilting
is a major cause of deterioration, it is best to store celery at very
high relative humidity (98 to 100 %) and with sufficient air circulation
to keep temperatures at the top and bottom of the room as nearly equal
as possible.
North Carolina Celery Growers/Shipper
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Cooling/Storage Requirements of North Carolina Celery
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Suitable Cooling Method(s)
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Room Cooling
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Optimum Temp ºF
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32-36ºF
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Freezing Temp ºF
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31.1ºF
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Normal Storage Life
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1-2 months
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