Dorato d'Asti Celery Seeds

Name: Dorato d'Asti Celery Seeds
Brand: Weston
SKU: WSD-62223000010
Price: 3.99 CAD
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Dorato d'Asti Celery. This celery produces tender stalks with a slightly golden colour and a mild flavour.

celery Apiaceae

Weston

Apium graveolens

Sold as 1500 seeds

Common nameCelery

FamilyApiaceae

GenusApium

Speciesgraveolens

CultivarDorato d'Asti

Typecelery

Botanical nameApium graveolens

Heirloom varietyYes

Dorato d'Asti Celery Seeds (Apium graveolens) This celery produces tender stalks with a slightly golden colour and a mild flavour. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation.

Start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before transplanting. Sow about 3 mm; light aids germination deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist through emergence. Allow 15 to 20 cm between plants; 60 to 90 cm between rows. Provide full sun and avoid standing water. A germination temperature of 21 to 24°C is appropriate for this crop. Thin crowded seedlings early and harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting.

Choose a position where regular watering remains easy throughout stalk development. Dorato d'Asti Celery is grown for the edible portions normally harvested from this type of crop. Pick only healthy produce at the appropriate stage, handle it carefully, and rinse it according to the intended preparation. Maintain constant moisture throughout the season. Keep the planting accessible for observation, watering, harvest, or grooming. Use clean tools, remove damaged material, and store unused seed in a cool, dry, dark location. Choose compatible neighbouring plants and maintain enough room for air circulation.

In the garden

Exposure: Full sun
Life cycle: Biennial grown as an annual

Sowing guide

Sowing & germination

Sowing depth

3 mm; light aids germination

Spacing / density

15 to 20 cm between plants; 60 to 90 cm between rows

Germination temperature

21 to 24°C

Germination time

2 to 3 weeks

Sowing period

Start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before transplanting

Propagation

Seed

Growing method

Prepare a clean seedbed or containers with very fertile soil that holds moisture without waterlogging. Start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before transplanting. Sow about 3 mm; light aids germination deep unless the packet gives a more specific direction. Use the following spacing as the crop develops: 15 to 20 cm between plants; 60 to 90 cm between rows. Keep the medium evenly moist during emergence without leaving it saturated. Provide full sun and good air movement. Thin crowded seedlings early so the remaining plants develop without unnecessary competition. Harden indoor-started plants gradually before transplanting them outdoors after the appropriate frost date. Constant moisture throughout the season. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients. Use clean tools for harvest and remove damaged plant material when it appears. Always follow the packet information when a variety-specific direction differs from general guidance. A simple garden label makes the cultivar easy to identify from sowing through harvest or flowering.

Soil and care

Soil & care

Soil pH

6.0 to 7.0

Watering

Constant moisture throughout the season. Check moisture at soil level instead of watering only by schedule. Water gently during germination so seeds are not displaced, then direct irrigation toward the root zone. Avoid standing water and adjust frequency after rain. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level.

Soil type

Dorato d'Asti Celery performs best in very fertile soil that holds moisture without waterlogging. Loosen compacted ground before sowing and remove large stones or persistent weeds. Mature compost may improve poor soil, but avoid creating a heavy or waterlogged seedbed. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation.

Fertilization

Prepare the soil with mature compost when fertility is low. A light, balanced fertilizer may be used according to its label, but excessive feeding can cause weak or unbalanced growth. Observe leaf colour and plant development before adding more nutrients. Water after any application. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level.

Seasonal care

At sowing time, prepare very fertile soil that holds moisture without waterlogging and follow this timing: Start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before transplanting. Keep the surface moist until emergence, label the row, and thin seedlings according to the recommended spacing. During active growth, provide full sun and monitor soil moisture, weeds, and leaf condition. Constant moisture throughout the season. In warm or windy weather, check containers and exposed beds more frequently. Remove damaged material and keep enough space for air circulation. At harvest or after flowering, use clean tools and clear unhealthy debris. Healthy residue may be composted where appropriate. At the end of the season, clean containers and tools, record useful observations, and store remaining seed in a cool, dry, dark place. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients. Use clean tools for harvest and remove damaged plant material when it appears. Always follow the packet information when a variety-specific direction differs from general guidance. A simple garden label makes the cultivar easy to identify from sowing through harvest or flowering. Check young plants frequently because small moisture or pest problems are easier to address early. Avoid standing water around the roots, even when the crop prefers steady moisture.

Container growing

A sufficiently wide container makes the leaves easy to reach.

Size, flowering & harvest

Mature height

38 to 46 cm (15–18 in)

Width / spread

30 to 36 cm (12–14 in)

Edible parts

Stalks, leaves, or roots depending on the type

Days to maturity

90-100 days

Harvest

Choose a position where regular watering remains easy throughout stalk development.

Garden associations

Companion plants & uses

Companion plants

Lettuce can occupy a neighbouring row if its leaves do not shade the seedbed.

Other recommended plants

KS Attraction Lettuce; Giant Pascal Celery; Bionda Ortolani Romaine Lettuce

Garden use

Dorato d'Asti Celery can be used for the edible parts normally harvested from celery. Pick only healthy material at the appropriate stage, rinse it according to the intended preparation, and use it while fresh. The cultivar can contribute colour, texture, flavour, or a useful harvest to everyday garden meals. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients.

Frequently asked questions

How should Dorato d'Asti Celery be sown?

Start indoors 10 to 12 weeks before transplanting. Prepare very fertile soil that holds moisture without waterlogging. Sow about 3 mm; light aids germination deep. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until emergence without saturating it. Label the row and provide full sun. Thin crowded seedlings so the final spacing follows this guidance: 15 to 20 cm between plants; 60 to 90 cm between rows. If plants are started indoors, provide strong light and harden them gradually before transplanting outdoors at the appropriate time. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation.

Where should I grow Dorato d'Asti Celery?

Light: Full sun. Celery prefers fertile soil that retains moisture. Light: Full sun. Dorato d'Asti Celery prefers full sun and very fertile soil that holds moisture without waterlogging. Choose a location that leaves enough room for 15 to 20 cm between plants; 60 to 90 cm between rows. Avoid low spots where water remains after rain. In a container, use drainage holes and a clean growing mix. Observe how light moves across the space during the day, especially near buildings or taller plants. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients.

How should I water Dorato d'Asti Celery?

Water gently during establishment, then check moisture beneath the leaves. Constant moisture throughout the season. During germination, use a gentle spray or careful watering so seed is not displaced. After establishment, water at soil level when the surface begins to dry. Adjust frequency to rainfall, heat, wind, soil texture, and container size. Avoid standing water because roots still require oxygen. Morning watering can help foliage dry normally during the day. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients.

What maintenance does Dorato d'Asti Celery need?

Keep the planting labelled, weeded, and appropriately spaced. Check young plants regularly for wilting, chewing damage, discolouration, or crowding. Provide full sun and maintain the moisture pattern described for the crop. Use clean tools, avoid deep cultivation near established roots, and remove unhealthy debris. Apply any fertilizer or pest-control product only according to its label. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients. Use clean tools for harvest and remove damaged plant material when it appears.

When should I harvest Dorato d'Asti Celery?

Choose a position where regular watering remains easy throughout stalk development. Harvest Dorato d'Asti Celery when the edible part reaches the stage described for the cultivar or on the packet. Pick during the cooler part of the day when practical and use clean tools. Remove damaged portions, rinse according to the intended preparation, and cool perishable produce promptly. Regular picking may extend production for crops that continue forming leaves, pods, or fruit. Stop using any plant material that appears spoiled or unidentified. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation.