Celery is deliciously crisp and rich with antioxidants, sodium, and potassium. When enjoyed fresh, it lends a satisfying crunch to salads. Alternatively, dice it with onions, carrots, and garlic to create a tasty base for your meals.
Find celery seeds for trenching and self-blanching plants, including tall and giant varieties that promise bountiful crops with robust, green stems.
Celery is sweet, refreshing and crisp, making it one of the most beloved salad vegetables. It’s also a crop that works well in an outdoor allotment or a large container.
There are two types of celery: ‘trench’ varieties and self-blanching varieties. Trenching types require blanching to reduce bitterness in the stems and are more labour-intensive to grow, while self-blanching types are more common and generally straightforward to cultivate.
Celery seeds need warm temperatures to germinate and a long growing season, so it’s best to sow indoors to get them off to a strong start. Transplant them into the prepared ground after all risk of frost has passed. Follow the recommended spacing as advised in the seed instructions.
Celery was originally a wetland plant, so regular and generous watering is essential to prevent unpleasant bitter stems. Covering your plants will also help retain warmth, reducing the risk of bolting.
For precise guidance, always follow the sowing instructions in the product listing. You can also adhere to our helpful Sowing Calendar for optimal results.
