Cutting Leaf Celery (Apium graveolens) is a popular heirloom leaf celery variety widely used in European and Chinese cooking. Known for its strong celery aroma, finely cut foliage, and excellent regrowth habit, this non-GMO seed variety performs well in containers, raised beds, and traditional garden rows. Cutting Leaf Celery is valued for its vigorous growth, dependable harvests, and adaptability across a wide range of US growing zones. It is commonly grown for its tender, flavorful leaves and stems, making it a standout for home gardeners seeking an easy-to-grow culinary herb with high productivity.
Features
- Aromatic, finely cut celery leaves ideal for fresh use or drying
- Fast-growing and productive with continuous harvesting potential
- Compact plant suitable for containers, raised beds, and small spaces
- Heat-tolerant and adaptable to multiple US climates
- Non-GMO, heirloom seed variety
- Strong celery flavor widely used in European and Chinese cooking
- Grows well in full sun to partial shade
- Highly dependable germination and steady growth
Specifications
- Common Name: Cutting Leaf Celery, Leaf Celery
- Scientific Name: Apium graveolens
- Plant Type: Annual or biennial (grown as annual in most US regions)
- USDA Zones: 3–10
- Season: Spring and summer planting
- Height: 12–24 inches
- Leaf Type: Finely cut, aromatic green leaves
- Bloom Color: White (in second year if allowed to bolt)
- Heirloom: Yes
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic: Not certified organic
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil
- Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
- Days to Harvest: 60–90 days
- Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches
- Heat Tolerance: Moderate
- Cold Tolerance: Moderate; protect from frost
- Seed Longevity: 1–2 years when properly stored in a cool, dry place
Planting Guide
- Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors
- Seed Preparation: Lightly press seeds on soil surface; they require light to germinate
- When to Plant:
- Indoors: 8–10 weeks before last frost
- Outdoors: After frost danger has passed
- Sowing Depth: Surface sow; do not bury deeply
- Germination Time: 14–21 days depending on temperature
- Transplanting: Transplant when seedlings are sturdy and soil warms to at least 60°F
- Ideal Growing Conditions:
- Provide consistent moisture
- Use well-drained soil with steady watering