Grow aromatic, flavorful celery with our Smallage Celery Seeds, an heirloom variety prized for its rich taste and strong growth habit. Known as the original wild-type celery, Smallage produces tender stems and deeply aromatic leaves that are ideal for cooking and fresh garden use.
This Non-GMO celery variety thrives in cool seasons, offering reliable germination, lush foliage, and consistent yields. Perfect for home gardens, containers, and raised beds, Smallage Celery is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting a hardy, flavorful, and productive plant.
Features
- Premium-quality Non-GMO Smallage Celery seeds
- Produces aromatic, richly flavored stems and leaves
- Reliable cool-season variety
- Thrives in home gardens and raised beds
- Strong germination and vigorous growth
- Heirloom quality with traditional flavor
- Suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners
Specifications
- Common Name: Celery
- Other Name: Smallage
- Seed Type: Smallage Celery Seeds
- Plant Type: Cool-season biennial grown as annual
- Heirloom: Yes
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic: Not specified
- Plant Color: Green stems and foliage
- Sun Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Preference: Moist, fertile, well-draining soil
- Season: Early spring or fall planting
- USDA Zones: Zones 4–10
- Days to Germination: 14–21 days
- Days to Harvest: 80–100 days
- Plant Height: 12–24 inches
- Spacing: 8–12 inches between plants; 18–24 inches between rows
- Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Growth Difficulty: Moderate
- Pollination: Self-pollinating
- Special Notes: Consistent moisture improves stem tenderness and plant health
Planting Guide
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost; transplant outdoors when soil warms.
- How to Plant: Press seeds lightly into soil; do not bury deeply, as they need light to germinate.
- Spacing: Place plants 8–12 inches apart for healthy growth.
- Light Requirements: Full sun encourages strong stems and lush foliage.
- Soil Preparation: Use nutrient-rich, well-draining soil with good moisture retention.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for best flavor and texture.
- Hardening Off: Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions before planting.
- Mulching: Helps maintain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
- Harvesting: Cut stems or leaves as needed once plants mature.
- Continuous Production: Regular harvesting encourages fresh growth.
