Chinese Light Green Celery has thin, light green stalks that have that distinct celery aroma and flavor. The leaves and stalks of this celery are used to flavor many Asian soups and stews. The leaves and stalks of this celery can be harvested in the micro-green stage at about 30 days. Chinese Light Green Celery is a good variety for people tired of fussy celery plants. This variety has pencil thin, light green stalks instead of ribbed, thick stalks like conventional celery. The stalks and leaves have that distinct celery smell and taste, which is why they are used a lot in Asian cooking.
Botanical Name: Apium graveolens

Life Cycle: Annual

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Planting Season: Cool Season

Plant Type: Leafstalk Vegetable

Features: Heirloom, Container Garden

Fruit Size: 7-10 Inch Tall Stalks

Days to Maturity: 90 Days

Plant Height: 18-24 inches

Plant Spacing: 6-10 inches

Planting Depth: 1/4 inch

Sowing Method: Start Indoors

Cold Stratification: No

Hardiness Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10