Chinese Celery Kintsai Seeds – Dark Green Asian Heirloom Herb (1000 Seeds)

Chinese Celery Kintsai is a traditional Asian heirloom herb prized for its dark green, slender stems and intense celery-like flavor. Also known as cutting celery or Chinese small celery, this variety is a staple in many Asian kitchens, where it is used fresh in soups, stir-fries, and salads. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for herb gardens, container growing, and edible landscaping.

Unlike common celery, Kintsai is grown primarily for its flavorful leaves and thin stems, which can be harvested repeatedly throughout the season. This versatile herb adds a robust, aromatic touch to a wide range of dishes and is easy to grow from seed with minimal care.

Plant Features

• Dark green, slender stems and aromatic leaves
• Intense celery flavor, ideal for Asian cuisine
• Compact, bushy growth habit suitable for containers
• Heirloom variety valued for its culinary versatility
• Can be harvested multiple times during the growing season

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Apium graveolens var. secalinum
• Plant Type: Biennial herb (usually grown as annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate to high; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-10
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall (if overwintered)
• Mature Height: 12-18 inches
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost; light required for germination; keep soil moist
• Spacing: 6-8 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start Kintsai seeds indoors in early spring, pressing them lightly into the soil surface without covering, as they need light to germinate. Keep the growing medium consistently moist and maintain a temperature around 60-70°F. Once seedlings have several true leaves and danger of frost has passed, harden them off and transplant into the garden or containers.

Provide regular watering to prevent the soil from drying out, especially during hot weather. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest outer stems and leaves as needed, allowing the plant to continue producing new growth. Chinese Celery Kintsai is relatively pest-resistant and thrives with minimal attention.

What's Included

1000 Chinese Celery Kintsai seeds.