CELERY ‘Tall Utah’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Apium graveolens
‘Tall Utah’ is a disease resistant variety with large, full hearts with round, smooth ribs. The dark green, stringless stalks are tender, crisp and tasty. Days to harvest: 100 – 120.
Plant Type: Biennial cool season crop; frost tolerant
Plant Height: 30 – 60 cm
Sow When:
- Temperate Subtropical: Early spring to late summer
- Tropical: Late winter to early spring; some varieties may tolerate cooler temperatures
- Cool Arid Climates: Early spring and late summer to early autumn; maintain consistent moisture for germination
Germination:
- 14 – 21 days
- Depth: 2 – 3 mm deep
- Temperature: 12-21°C.
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Sow Where: Start seeds indoors in trays or sow directly into well-prepared soil
Soil Type: Rich, fertile soil with good drainage; pH 6.0 – 7.0
Rows: 80 cm apart
Spacing: 20 – 30 cm between plants
Details: Celery seeds are slow to germinate, so patience is key. Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant seedlings outdoors once they have developed a few true leaves, and continue to water regularly to ensure proper growth.
Harvest: 90 – 120 days: Harvest stalks when they reach the desired size, typically 25 – 30 cm in length. Cut stalks at the base of the plant, leaving the rest of the plant intact to continue producing throughout the season.
