This variety is valued for its tender stalks, vigorous growth, and outstanding flavor. It produces abundant harvests suitable for both fresh eating and cooking.
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Apiaceae
Semences biologiques de légumes-feuilles
Organic celery 'Tango'
Apium graveolens var. dulce ‘Tango’
Organic Tango Celery is a vigorous variety prized for its tender stalks, abundant foliage, and high productivity. It is an excellent choice for organic vegetable gardens and fresh homegrown harvests.
Quantity
Approximately 50 coated seeds
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Difficulty level
Moderate
Discover the plant
Family
Apiaceae
Genus
Apium
Species
graveolens var. dulce
Cultivar
Tango
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Biennial
Organic Tango Celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce ‘Tango’) is a vigorous, productive variety prized for its long, tender, crisp, well-formed stalks. Its abundant, finely cut dark green foliage adds ornamental value to the vegetable garden while offering a fresh, distinctive aroma. Grown mainly for its flavorful ribs, it produces a generous, versatile harvest from late summer onward. This organic celery stands out for its eating quality, steady growth, and elegant habit.
Start Organic Tango Celery indoors from February through April, sowing the seeds very shallowly because light helps support germination. Transplant seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed, in full sun to partial shade and rich, cool, fertile, well-drained soil. It requires consistent moisture, supported by frequent watering and organic mulch, to produce tender rather than fibrous stalks. Regular additions of compost or organic matter help maintain vigorous growth.
Highly useful in the kitchen, Organic Tango Celery is excellent fresh in salads, juices, soups, broths, stews, and homemade mirepoix. Its aromatic leaves can also season recipes, adding culinary value to the whole plant. In the garden, it pairs well with Garlic, Beet, Spinach, Onion, Pea, and Tomato while adding texture and volume to edible plantings. If plants are kept into their second year, their greenish-white umbels attract hoverflies, pollinators, and beneficial insects.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Planting depth
0.3 cm (0.1 in)
Spacing / density
Espacer les plants d’environ 20 à 25 cm (8 à 10 po), avec 45 à 60 cm (18 à 24 po) entre les rangs
Establishment temperature
21 to 24°C (70 to 75°F)
Establishment time
Environ 10 à 21 jours
Best planting time
February to April, indoors
Propagation
Propagated primarily by seed. The seeds require light and consistent moisture for successful germination.
Growing method
Start seeds indoors from February through April to give seedlings sufficient time to develop. Sow the seeds very shallowly, as light improves germination. Maintain warm temperatures and consistent moisture until seedlings emerge. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed into rich, cool, well-drained soil. Water regularly to prevent moisture stress, which can reduce stalk quality. Incorporate generous amounts of compost to encourage vigorous growth and abundant harvests.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Soil pH
Slightly acidic to neutral
Minimum temperature
5°C (41°F)
Watering
Celery requires consistently moist soil to produce tender, crisp stalks. Even brief periods of drought can significantly reduce harvest quality and yield.
Soil type
Rich, cool, well-drained soil with high organic matter content. Fertile, consistently moist soil produces thick, tender, high-quality stalks.
Fertilization
Celery is a heavy feeder that benefits from regular additions of compost and organic matter. Balanced fertilization throughout the season encourages thick, crisp, high-quality stalks.
Seasonal care
Keep the soil consistently moist with frequent watering and organic mulch. Feed regularly with compost or organic amendments to support continuous growth. Remove damaged leaves as needed and monitor plants during dry periods. Harvest outer stalks regularly to extend production. Consistent growth produces the most tender, flavorful celery.
Container growing
A controlled environment.
Recommended pot size
35 to 45 cm (14 to 18 in)
Organic Tango Celery grows well in the ground, raised beds, or large, deep containers. This vigorous variety produces tender, crisp, well-developed stalks with excellent flavor throughout the season. Container growing is successful provided the soil remains consistently moist and rich in organic matter. Its elegant habit and abundant foliage also add ornamental value to the vegetable garden.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Greenish white
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Deciduous
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom period
Flowering usually occurs during the second year when plants are kept for seed production. The greenish-white umbels attract pollinators and many beneficial insects.
Fruiting
Not applicable
Harvest
80 days after transplanting
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
Garlic, Beet, Spinach, Onion, Pea, Tomato
Avoid planting with
Parsnip, carrot
Salads, soups, juices, cooking, mirepoix
From the garden to inspiration.
Tango Celery is ideal for salads, soups, juices, cooking, and homemade mirepoix. Its tender, flavorful stalks can be enjoyed fresh after harvest or incorporated into a wide range of recipes. The aromatic leaves are also excellent for seasoning soups, broths, and slow-cooked dishes. This variety provides abundant, versatile harvests over a long season.
Frequently asked questions
Everything toknow.
Yes. It performs very well in large containers filled with rich soil kept consistently moist. This makes it an excellent choice for patios and small-space gardens.
Celery has a relatively shallow root system and needs a constant water supply to produce tender stalks. Water stress often results in fibrous, less flavorful celery.
Harvest individual outer stalks as needed or cut the entire plant once it reaches full size. Harvests generally begin about 80 days after transplanting.
Yes. The aromatic leaves are excellent in soups, broths, stocks, and many cooked dishes, adding fresh celery flavor to homemade recipes.
Its strengths, naturally.
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
