Celeriac Growing Guide

Apium graveolens var. rapaceum

Crop Rotation Group

Umbelliferae (Carrot and root family) ●

Soil

Rich, moisture-retentive soil, mulched with plenty of compost.

Position

Full sun.

Frost tolerant

Tolerates light frost.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a liquid organic fertiliser.

Spacing

Single Plants: 35cm (1' 1") each way (minimum)
Rows: 30cm (11") with 40cm (1' 3") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

In frost areas, sow under cover 6 weeks before last spring frost. Plant out in late spring, when the weather is settled and warm. In frost-free areas, sow seed directly or in seed beds/seed trays in spring
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Keep moist during dry weather.

Harvesting

Young leaves can be used to season cooked dishes. Harvest the roots after the weather cools in the autumn.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Celeriac

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail