Celery D'Elne – Organic (Apium graveolens) , offered by Les Jardins de l'Écoumène
D'Elne celery is a French heritage variety, renowned for its robustness and its ability to adapt to the Quebec climate. With an average height of 45 cm, this upright celery produces bright green, thick and crunchy stalks. Its sweet, slightly spicy flavor makes it an ideal gourmet ingredient for dishes, salads, broths and soups. Precise and vigorous, D'Elne celery offers a generous harvest in only 85 days. Its dark green leaves, rich in nutrients, add a nutritious and tasty touch to your preparations.
Latin name : Apium graveolens
Maturity : 85 days
Germination : 14 to 21 days
Sowing temperature : 20 to 24°C
Plant height : 45 cm
Spread : 20 to 30 cm
Stem Color : Bright Green
Quantity per pack : Approximately 250 seeds
Formulation : Organic
Use : Vegetable garden, salads, broths, soups
Companion plants : Leeks, onions, spinach, cabbages, tomatoes
Enemy plants : Corn, potatoes
Cultivation method:
Sow seeds indoors 10 to 12 weeks before the last frost. Maintain a constant temperature of 20 to 24°C to promote optimum germination in 14 to 21 days. Once the seedlings are strong, transplant them into the ground after all risk of frost, spacing them 20 to 30 cm apart in the row, with 40 cm between rows.
Celery prefers organically rich, well-drained soil and regular watering to prevent the stalks from becoming fibrous. Mulch the soil to conserve moisture and reduce weeds. Harvest stalks as needed or wait until plants are fully mature for a full harvest.
A robust and tasty variety!
D'Elne celery is an essential choice for gardeners looking for a tasty and productive variety. Perfect for enriching your dishes or preparing nutritious broths, this heritage celery will add flavor and vitality to your harvests.
