Crisp, aromatic stems that demand rich soil and constant moisture but reward the effort. A long-season crop best raised in trays and kept thirsty.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 50 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Celery
Apium graveolens is an moderate-growing edible plant in the Apiaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Celery
Celery suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Celery does best in loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Celery is consistently moist soil. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Celery in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Celery in the garden
Celery earns its place for edible harvests.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Celery with other plants that enjoy the same consistently moist soil and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Celery
Plant Sale lists Celery as seed and seedlings. Stock isn't live yet — register your interest using the panel above and we'll email you the moment it lands.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Celery seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.