Cutting Leaf Celery (Apium graveolens) is a popular heirloom leaf celery variety valued for its aromatic foliage, fast growth, and exceptional flavor in soups, stews, and fresh dishes. Unlike stalk celery, this variety focuses on high-leaf production with a strong, savory celery aroma. Non-GMO and easy to grow, Cutting Leaf Celery thrives in beds, containers, and small garden spaces, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking a dependable cool-season leafy green with continuous harvest potential.

Features

• Aromatic leaf celery ideal for soups and fresh dishes
• Fast-growing with continuous leafy harvests
• Non-GMO heirloom seed variety
• Compact growth suitable for containers and small gardens
• Strong celery flavor with tender green leaves
• Grows well in partial shade or full sun
• Excellent for cool-season planting
• High-yield foliage throughout the season

Specifications

• Common Name: Cutting Leaf Celery, Soup Celery, Leaf Celery
• Scientific Name: Apium graveolens
• Plant Type: Annual or biennial (grown as annual)
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Season: Spring and fall
• Height: 12–24 inches
• Leaf Type: Finely cut, aromatic green leaves
• Flavor: Strong celery aroma
• Bloom Color: White (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, fertile soil
• Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Days to Harvest: 60–90 days
• Cold Tolerance: Moderate
• Heat Tolerance: Moderate
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches
• Seed Longevity: 1–2 years with proper storage

Planting Guide 

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors.
• Seed Preparation: Lightly press seeds on soil surface; they need 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 seeds deeply.
• Germination Time: 14–21 days depending on temperature.
• Transplanting: Move outdoors once temperatures stay above 60°F.
• Light Requirements: Full sun for stronger growth; partial shade tolerated.
• Soil Conditions: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist.
• Maintenance:
• Harvest outer leaves regularly
• Thin seedlings for strong growth
• Avoid letting plants dry out