Cutting Leaf Celery (Apium graveolens) European Chinese Herb Seeds

Cutting Leaf Celery (Apium graveolens) is a popular heirloom leaf celery variety widely used in European and Chinese cooking. Known for its strong celery aroma, finely cut foliage, and excellent regrowth habit, this non-GMO seed variety performs well in containers, raised beds, and traditional garden rows. Cutting Leaf Celery is valued for its vigorous growth, dependable harvests, and adaptability across a wide range of US growing zones. It is commonly grown for its tender, flavorful leaves and stems, making it a standout for home gardeners seeking an easy-to-grow culinary herb with high productivity.

Features

• Aromatic, finely cut celery leaves ideal for fresh use or drying
• Fast-growing and productive with continuous harvesting potential
• Compact plant suitable for containers, raised beds, and small spaces
• Heat-tolerant and adaptable to multiple US climates
• Non-GMO, heirloom seed variety
• Strong celery flavor widely used in European and Chinese cooking
• Grows well in full sun to partial shade
• Highly dependable germination and steady growth

Specifications

• Common Name: Cutting Leaf Celery, Leaf Celery
• Scientific Name: Apium graveolens
• Plant Type: Annual or biennial (grown as annual in most US regions)
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Season: Spring and summer planting
• Height: 12–24 inches
• Leaf Type: Finely cut, aromatic green leaves
• Bloom Color: White (in second year 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, nutrient-rich soil
• Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Days to Harvest: 60–90 days
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches
• Heat Tolerance: Moderate
• Cold Tolerance: Moderate; protect from frost
• Seed Longevity: 1–2 years when properly stored in a cool, dry place

Planting Guide

• Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors
• Seed Preparation: Lightly press seeds on soil surface; they require 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 deeply
• Germination Time: 14–21 days depending on temperature
• Transplanting: Transplant when seedlings are sturdy and soil warms to at least 60°F
• Ideal Growing Conditions:
• Provide consistent moisture
• Use well-drained soil with steady watering