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Apium graveolens

Family Apiaceae
Plant Type vegetable
Zone USDA:   8a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H4 - H5   Australia:   2 - 3  
Care Level
Height 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The vegetable Apium graveolens (celery) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring. The showy glossy foliage is medium green and faded green in colour, coarse in texture and fragrant. Apium graveolens (celery) bears fragrant vegetables. This plant has stems that are aromatic.
Typical Uses Container, culinary and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Apium graveolens .