Celery Red Stalk Organic
Celery Red Stalk Organic. An extremely eye-catching 18th century heirloom English variety popular for its strong flavour and very hardy nature. Retains its colour even when cooked. The stems are slightly smaller than modern hybrids. Perfect for use in soups and stews.
Cultivation Advice Celery Red Stalk Organic
Days to Germination: 14-21.
Days To Harvest: 100-120.
Planting Depth: 1/8″.
Spacing, Row: 24 inches.
Spacing, Plant: 8 inches.
- Start seed indoors or in the greenhouse in early spring (March) or 10-12 weeks before transplanting outdoors.
- You can also sown directly outdoors after danger of frost is pass. Cover seed with 1/8 inch fine soil.
- Transplant outdoors late-May to mid-June when weather is warm
- Thin to 8 inches between plants.
- Maturity is 100-120 days from transplant. When seeding directly into garden, add 10-12 weeks.
- Do not expose young plants to temperatures below 55-degrees F for 10 days or more. This will cause them to bolt.
- Celery must be kept well fertilized and watered throughout the season.
- Do not let the soil dry out, indoors or out.
- Celery grows best in deep, rich, well-drained soil.
- Outer stalks can be harvested as plant matures.
