Celery

Growing celery successfully requires consistent attention from planting to harvest. Over my 30+ years of gardening, I’ve learned that celery thrives in moist, nutrient-rich soil, with proper spacing, feeding, and pest management. Unlike many vegetables, celery is a heavy feeder and shallow-rooted, making consistent care essential for crisp, tender stalks. In this guide, I’ll share…

Celery is one of my favorite garden crops, but timing and technique make a huge difference in flavor, texture, and overall yield. With over 30 years of experience growing celery in raised beds, mounds, and containers, I’ve learned that careful harvesting can prevent bitterness, maintain crispness, and extend the life of your plants. In this…

Celery is one of the trickier vegetables to grow in the ground, but in my 30+ years of gardening, I’ve found that it thrives surprisingly well in containers—if given the right conditions. Growing celery in pots lets you control soil, water, and pests more easily, and it’s a great option for gardeners with limited space…

Celery is a rewarding but somewhat finicky crop. For more than 30 years of growing it in my raised beds, I’ve learned that celery needs consistent moisture, rich soil, and careful attention to pests and diseases. If you’re new to growing celery, don’t be discouraged—most problems can be managed naturally with good cultural practices and…