{"product_id":"1500-chinese-celery-seeds-kintsai-dark-green-heirloom-variety","title":"1500 Chinese Celery Seeds - Kintsai Dark Green Heirloom Variety","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese Celery, also known as Kintsai, is a versatile leafy green prized for its intense celery flavor and crisp stems. This dark green heirloom variety is a favorite in Asian cuisine, perfect for stir-fries, soups, and fresh salads. Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for both garden beds and containers, providing a continuous harvest of flavorful leaves and stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, Chinese Celery thrives in rich, moist soil and partial shade, making it a valuable addition to any vegetable garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this heirloom variety offers reliable performance and a bountiful harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark green, slender stems with a robust celery flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety known as Kintsai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact growth habit, ideal for small spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose: harvest both leaves and stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for Asian cooking and fresh use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apium graveolens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial (usually grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained, moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, compact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85-100 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-8 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Chinese Celery seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost, pressing them lightly into the soil surface as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a temperature of 70-75°F. Once seedlings have several true leaves, harden them off and transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, spacing plants 6-8 inches apart in rows 18-24 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese Celery requires consistent moisture and benefits from regular watering. Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize with a balanced organic fertilizer every 4-6 weeks. Harvest outer stems as needed, or cut the entire plant at the base for a full harvest. For best flavor, harvest before the plant bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1500 Chinese Celery Seeds (Kintsai Dark Green Heirloom Variety)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824819536182,"sku":"FOLIA2-1340","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6460700290_j2dm.jpg?v=1793004815","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/1500-chinese-celery-seeds-kintsai-dark-green-heirloom-variety","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}