A self-blanching variety with beautiful apple-green, smooth stems with good flavour and texture for that all important celery crunch. Good bolting resistance and stands well during hot weather for reliable crops.
Sow mid March to April under glass for transplanting outdoors, thinly in seedtrays or pots of good seed compost at 15-20 (59-68F). Sow on the surface of the firmed compost and cover with a very fine layer of compost or vermiculite.
Transplant when seedlings are large enough to handle into modules or small pots of compost and maintain a minimum temperature of 15C (59F). Harden off and plant outside in well-prepared soil once all frost risk has passed allowing 38cm (15 inches) betw
Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Harvest July onwards until heavy frosts.
Flowering Period: Cropping: 120 Days
Plant Type: Vegetable
150 seeds
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