Species celery
lush-green leaves and stems

celery

Apium graveolens var. dulce

Celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce) is an amazing plant that can be included in both savory and sweet dishes. It's low calorie, high in dietary fiber and contains vitamins A, C, and K, as well as essential minerals like potassium. Also, celery boosts the immune system and helps to reduce inflammation. Plus, it has high water content and its neutral flavor profile makes it perfect for adding to almost any dish, from salads to soups to breads. Celery is an amazing superfood that can help you stay healthy and fit!

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 6

Flowers:

Green to white (2nd year) Flowers

Sun:

full sun,filtered shade

Fruits:

green Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Tropical:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Celery should be watered thoroughly once or twice a week, depending on the size of the plant and soil moisture. When watering a celery plant, water slowly and deeply to help the roots absorb moisture. Avoid overly wetting the plant or allowing it to sit in water, as this can lead to root rot. During the warmer months, it may be necessary to water more frequently to maintain healthy growth.

sunlight

Celery will need a minimum of 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day. This can be provided in a single block of several hours or split up throughout the day. Celery grown in warm climates may require slightly less direct sunlight per day, while cooler climates may require additional time in the sun. Too much direct sunlight can cause the plant to discolor, so be sure to watch for signs of heat stress. It is best to provide celery with protected or filtered sunlight during the hottest times of day.

pruning

Celery should be pruned to maintain an attractive and should be done in early spring. Pruning should involve removing any dead or damaged leaves and stems, and cutting off any passages growing too far out of the main stem. Depending on how vigorous the growth of the celery is, you may also need to prune side passages and stems to keep the plant looking bushy, instead of tall and leggy. Aim to keep the height and spread of the plant even. Prune lightly, only removing about 1/3 of the total growth of the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for celery typically begins in late July and continues through October.

Starts Flowering

Celery typically starts flowering in June or July.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for celery typically begins in late July and continues through October.

Hardiness Map