Celeriac

Growing Guide

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Where to plant

Full sun or part shade.

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Sow depth

3mm

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Space between seeds / seedlings

15-30cm

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Row space

45cm

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Size of pot needed (width / depth)

30cm2

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Seedling Sow Depth

0.3cm

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Best practice

Transplant

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Germination (days)

14-21 (+ more during cooler times)

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Maturity (days)

140-196

How to Grow

From seed

Fill seed trays with seed raising mix.

Sprinkle seeds over mix, lightly cover and gently water.

Keep soil moist during germination.

Once seeds have germinated and are 10cm tall, thin and discard weak seedlings.

Transplant into garden bed, 20cm apart, and each row 40cm apart from each other.

Water in well and mulch well.

From seedling

Plant seedlings out after lost frosts

In a pot

Choose pot at least 300mm wide and deep.

Position in full sun.

Fill starter trays with seedraising mix, sprinkle seeds over mix, cover gently and water in.

Keep soil moist during germination.

Once seedlings reach 10cm tall, fill chosen pots with quality potting mix and water in well.

From Plant

Make sure you give celeriac enough room to grow, either in pots or in the garden since the tuberous roots can reach a diamter of 5-8cm and the same length

Ready to harvest

When the bulbs are about the size of a tennis ball, carefully remove the bulbous root from the soil and enjoy.

Collect seed

Harvesting celeriac seeds with the most flavors relies upon careful observance to ensure the seed is ripe.

When the flower head is dry and the individual seeds are hard and dark colored, cut the bloom carefully and shake the seed into a bag.

Alternatively, bend the flower stalk into a bag and shake.

Keep in cool, dry place for up to 5 years.

When to Grow

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Zone 1 - Cool

January , October , November , December

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Zone 2 - Temperate

September , October , November , December

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Zone 3 - Subtropical

March , April , May , June , August , September , October , November

Companion Planting

Tips for Care

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Celeriac prefer moist soil so be sure to keep well watered during hot and dry periods
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To promote further root growth, remove any side shoots when they appear on the plant
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Celeriac's have a sweet taste, making them perfect for salads and purees

Pests & Problems


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