| Common Name | Celery |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Apium |
| Species | Graveolens |
| Origin | Mediterranean Europe / Egypt |
| Blooming | Biennial, white umbels in second year summer |
| Leaf Color | Bright green to dark green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Moist, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter. pH 6.0-7.0 optimal.
High water requirement; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to prevent rot.
Full sun for best growth (6+ hours), tolerates partial shade in hot climates.
Heavy feeder. Apply balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growing season.
Harvest outer stalks first. Remove flower buds (bolting) immediately to maintain stalk quality.
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