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Apiaceae
Chinese Pink Celery
Apium graveolens
Product code : JAREC-0042
Organic 'Chinese Pink' celery is a variety as surprising as it is elegant, bringing a rare touch of color to the vegetable garden with its stems nuanced from bright to pale pink. With its refined habit and finely cut foliage, *Apium graveolens* immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Eaten raw, its taste is frank and very characteristic, while when cooked it becomes more tender, sweet, and delicately crunchy, making it particularly pleasant in soups, broths, marinades, and salads. In rich, fresh, and well-drained soil, under good light, it develops firm, colorful stems that beautify both the garden and the plate.
- Quantity
- Around 250 seeds
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Biennial
Discover the plant
Common nameCelery 'Chinese Pink'
FamilyApiaceae
GenusCelery
Speciesgraveolens
CultivarPink Chinese
TypeVegetable
Botanical nameApium graveolens
Reproducible seedsYes
‘Chinese Pink’ Celery (Apium graveolens). Organic ‘Chinese Pink’ celery is a surprising and elegant variety that adds a rare touch of color to the vegetable garden with its vibrant pink to pale pink stalks. With its refined habit and finely cut foliage, Apium graveolens immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Eaten raw, its taste is distinct and characteristic, while cooked it becomes more tender, sweet, and delicately crisp, making it particularly enjoyable in soups, broths, marinades, and salads.
Recommended sowing period: February to April. The recommended depth is 0.3 cm (0.1 in). Germination usually takes 14 to 21 days. For germination, maintain the potting soil at 18 to 24 °C (64 to 75 °F). Start celery indoors, as its small seeds and slow initial development require attention. Scatter the seeds on fine potting soil and maintain consistent moisture. Young plants need light as soon as they emerge. Transplant them without burying their heart, then gradually acclimate them before planting in sufficiently warmed soil.
Its delicate silhouette nicely enlivens the vegetable garden rows, while its unexpected colors make you want to harvest as needed. Reserve a rich and easily irrigable section for celery. The long petioles must remain accessible for a clean harvest. In a diversified bed, place lettuces or radishes at the edge, with enough distance for the celery to receive light. The regular water needs of this crop guide the choice of neighboring plants. With its refined habit and finely cut foliage, Apium graveolens immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Sowing depth
0.3 cm (0.1 in)
Germination temperature
18 to 24°C (64 to 75°F)
Germination time
14 to 21 days
Sowing period
February to April
Propagation
Sowing
Growing method
Recommended sowing period: February to April. The recommended depth is 0.3 cm (0.1 in). Germination usually takes 14 to 21 days. For germination, keep the soil at 18 to 24 °C (64 to 75 °F). Start celery indoors, as their small seeds and slow initial development require attention. Distribute the seeds on fine soil and maintain consistent moisture. Young plants need light as soon as they sprout. Transplant without burying the heart, then gradually acclimate them before planting in sufficiently warmed soil. Celery reacts to drought by slowing its growth and losing tenderness. Water consistently, without letting the soil become saturated. Mulch around the plants helps keep the soil cool. Remove damaged leaves and inspect the base of the petioles. Harvest outer stalks or harvest the entire plant depending on the desired size. Leafy vegetables require harvesting adjusted to the type of plant. An outer harvest preserves the heart when you want to continue production. Very old leaves do not have the same tenderness as young shoots.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Regular during establishment, then adapted to growing conditions
Watering
Regular
Soil type
Rich, fresh and well-drained
Fertilization
Fertilization supports growth and takes into account the nutrients already present in the soil or potting mix. Use mature compost or a fertilizer suitable for the crop, following the dosage instructions. Avoid using multiple products, especially in a container where roots occupy a limited volume. Water as needed after application and observe leaf development before re-fertilizing.
Moisture
Keep the soil moist during germination, without standing water; then adjust according to the crop.
Seasonal care
With its refined appearance and finely cut foliage, Apium graveolens immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Start celery indoors, as its small seeds and slow initial development require attention. Spread the seeds on fine potting mix and maintain consistent moisture. Young plants need light as soon as they emerge. Transplant without burying their hearts, then gradually acclimate them before planting in sufficiently warmed soil. Celery reacts to periods of drought by slowing its growth and losing tenderness. Water regularly, without letting the soil become saturated. Mulch around the plants helps keep the soil cool. Remove damaged leaves and inspect the base of the petioles. Harvest outer stalks or the entire plant depending on the desired size. Leafy vegetables require harvesting adjusted to the type of plant. Outer harvesting preserves the heart when you want to continue production. Very old leaves do not offer the same tenderness as young shoots. Rinse the harvest just before use or dry it carefully before a short stay in the refrigerator. Raw, its taste is distinct and characteristic, while when cooked it becomes more tender, sweet and delicately crisp, which makes it particularly pleasant in soups, broths, marinades and salads. Recommended sowing period: February to April. The depth to respect is 0.3 cm (0.1 in).
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Suitable for containers
Yes
Recommended pot size
Container that is pierced and stable, with sufficient width for the plant to spread and enough depth for the roots
Choose this exposure: sun. Reserve this spread around the plant: 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 in). Growing celery in containers requires a potting mix that retains moisture between waterings. Place the container in an accessible spot, as a small, forgotten pot dries out quickly in summer. Keep the heart of the plant above the soil and leave space between plants. Water slowly until the entire root ball is moist, then let the excess drain. Organic 'Chinese Pink' celery is a variety as surprising as it is elegant, bringing a rare touch of color to the vegetable garden with its stems nuanced from bright pink to pale pink. With its refined habit and finely cut foliage, *Apium graveolens* immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Eaten raw, its taste is distinct and characteristic, while cooked it becomes more tender, sweet, and delicately crisp, making it particularly pleasant in soups, broths, marinades, and salads. In rich, fresh, and well-drained soil, under good light, it develops firm and colorful stems that beautify both the garden and the plate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
60 to 70 cm (24 to 28 in)
Width / spread
30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 in.)
Foliage type
Seasonal foliage
Growth habit
Drawn up
Bloom period
2nd-year summer
Fruiting
With its refined appearance and finely cut foliage, Apium graveolens immediately catches the eye, while also offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Eaten raw, its taste is distinct and characteristic, while when cooked it becomes more tender, sweet, and delicately crunchy, making it particularly pleasant in soups, broths, marinades, and salads.
Harvest
90 days after sowing
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Leeks, cabbages, tomatoes
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Petiole and leaves
Cooking idea with 'Chinese Pink' Celery: stir-fried vegetables for four servings. Prepare 400 g of the harvested part, one clove of garlic, 15 ml of oil, and 30 ml of water. Cut the stalks, ribs, or firm parts into small pieces and set the leaves aside. Heat the oil, sauté the garlic without burning it, then add the firm pieces and water. Cover for a few minutes. Then add the leaves or tender parts and continue cooking until the desired texture is reached. Season to taste and serve hot. Prepare ingredients with clean utensils and adjust the cut to the size of your harvest. This recipe highlights freshly picked parts: remove damaged pieces before preparation. If you double the quantities, leave enough space in the pan to mix or cook evenly. Quickly refrigerate leftovers in a closed container and consume within two days. For a two-person meal, simply divide all quantities by two.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
How to successfully sow 'Chinese Pink' Celery?
Recommended sowing period: February to April. The depth to respect is 0.3 cm (0.1 in). Germination usually takes 14 to 21 days. For germination, keep the soil at 18 to 24 °C (64 to 75 °F). Start celery indoors, as its small seeds and slow initial development require attention. Distribute the seeds on fine soil and maintain regular moisture. Young plants need light as soon as they emerge. Transplant without burying their hearts, then gradually acclimate them before planting in sufficiently warmed soil. Celery reacts to periods of drought by slowing its growth and losing tenderness.
Can I grow 'Chinese Pink' Celery in a pot?
Choose this exposure: sun. Reserve this spread around the plant: 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 in). Growing celery in containers requires a soil reserve that retains moisture between waterings. Place the container in an accessible spot, as a forgotten small pot dries out quickly in summer. Keep the crown above the soil and leave space between plants. Water slowly until the entire root ball is moist, then let the excess drain away. Organic 'Chinese Pink' celery is a variety as surprising as it is elegant, bringing a rare touch of color to the vegetable garden with its stalks shaded from bright pink to pale pink.
When to harvest 'Chinese Pink' Celery?
With its refined habit and finely cut foliage, Apium graveolens immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Eaten raw, its taste is bold and distinctive, while cooked it becomes more tender, sweet, and delicately crunchy, making it particularly pleasant in soups, broths, marinades, and salads. Its light silhouette beautifully enlivens garden rows, while its unexpected colors make you want to harvest as needed. It's a celery with character, productive and refined, perfect for combining beauty, flavor, and diversity in the garden. Leafy greens require harvesting tailored to the type of plant.
What makes 'Chinese Pink' Celery stand out in the garden?
Organic 'Chinese Pink' celery is a variety as surprising as it is elegant, bringing a rare touch of color to the vegetable garden with its stems nuanced from vibrant pink to pale pink. With its refined habit and finely cut foliage, *Apium graveolens* immediately catches the eye, while offering a useful and flavorful harvest for everyday cooking. Eaten raw, its taste is clear and very characteristic, while when cooked it becomes more tender, sweet, and delicately crisp, making it particularly pleasant in soups, broths, marinades, and salads. In rich, fresh, and well-drained soil, under good light, it develops firm and colorful stems that beautify both the garden and the plate.
How to plant 'Chinese Pink' celery?
Allocate a rich and easily irrigable section for celery. The large petioles must remain accessible for a clean harvest. In a diversified bed, place lettuces or radishes at the edges, with enough distance for the celery to receive light. The regular water needs of this crop guide the choice of neighboring plants. Celery reacts to drought periods by slowing its growth and losing tenderness. Water regularly, without letting the soil become saturated. Mulch placed around the plants helps keep the soil cool. Remove damaged leaves and inspect the base of the petioles.
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