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vegetable
Celery
Apium graveolens
Celery is a cultivated plant belonging to the species Apium graveolens in the family Apiaceae that has been used as a vegetable since ancient times.
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Sun
Full
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Water
1-2
🌱 Growing Guide
☀️ Sun Requirements
Full sun (6-8 hours)
💧 Watering
1-2 inches per week
🌍 Soil Type
Well-draining, rich in organic matter
📏 Spacing
12-36 inches apart
📥 Planting Depth
1/4 to 1 inch deep
🌱 Germination
5-14 days
💡 Care Tips
- 1Prepare soil with compost before planting
- 2Water at the base of the plant to avoid wet leaves
- 3Mulch around plants to retain moisture
- 4Monitor for pests regularly
- 5Harvest regularly to encourage more production
- 6Rotate crops yearly to prevent disease buildup
📅 Seasonal Calendar
| Season | Activity |
|---|---|
| Spring | Start seeds indoors or direct sow after last frost |
| Summer | Regular watering, mulching, pest monitoring |
| Fall | Harvest, clean up beds, prepare for winter |
| Winter | Plan next season, order seeds, maintain tools |
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