Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved'
Celery
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Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Description
Fresh celery is much more aromatic and delicious than store bought. Tall Utah has dark green stalks and a very compact habit. Ready in 90 days. Start seeds when weather has warmed so crop matures in fall. Mature celery lasts into winter with light frost protection.
Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Blooming
Celery plants should only be allowed to bloom if you are planning on letting it set seed.
Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Growth
Celery is a cool-season biennial grown as an annual that takes 4 months to mature. Best cultivated in areas with moderate summer and winter climates. Celery grows great in temperatures between 55°F (12°C) and 70°F (12°C).
Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Planting
Sow seeds indoors about 10-12 weeks before the last spring frost date. Transplant seedlings after the last frost date.Before sowing, soak the seeds overnight to promote germination. Sow seeds indoors in a flat or pots. When the seedlings are 2" tall, transplant them into individual pots. Before transplanting outdoors, work in a 1-2" layer of compost into the soil. Transplant the 4-6" tall seedlings into the garden, 12" apart in rows 18" apart. Make sure temperatures are above 55°F (12°C). Seedlings exposed to lower temperatures for a week or more will bolt.
Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Pest
Aphids and slugs are known to feed on young transplants and stunt their growth. Leaf blight and root rot are common during wet periods.
Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Interesting facts
Celery is composed mostly of water, and is low in calories. Works great raw in salads, or cooked in soups, sauces, or stews.
Celery (Apium graveolens 'Tall Utah 52-70 Improved') - Soil and irrigation
Provide 1" or more of water each week, and make sure to keep the soil evenly moist. Enhance water retention by mulching with organic material, such as grass clippings or straw. Dry soil wil cause the celery stalks to crack.
