Celery

Peppermint Stick

Striking red celery, full flavour leaves and stalks used as seasoning. Slow to bolt. 80-85 days.

Available options:

Eden Seeds

Packet (300 seeds) $3.50

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General information:

Celery

Apium graveolens var. dulce

Originating from the Mediterranean, used medicinally by ancient Greeks, developed in 16th century in France. The secret to fresh crisp stalks is plenty of manure and water, don't let soil dry out as it has shallow roots. Blanch stalks with mulch or cardboard tubes. Pick individual stems as required. Prefers cool conditions. Stores well at cool temperatures and high humidity. Sow in spring and autumn.

2100-3000 seeds per gram

Celery planting information:

When To Plant In Australia

Tropics:	Feb-Sep
Subtropic:	Mar-Oct
Mild:	Sep-Dec
Cold/Frost:	Oct-Dec

Seed Sowing
Plant space cm:	15-30
Row space cm:	45-80
Depth cm:	0.2-0.5
Best soil temp:	12-21 °C

Other Info
Number of seeds per gram:	2100-3000
Rate per hectare:	400g
Average days to maturity:	120