The Tango Celery has outstanding performance in a short season. Handles heat and drought stress better than most celery, very forgiving for the weekend gardener. Tender, non-stringy stalks on self-blanching, vigorous plants. Resistant to fusarium.

100 Seeds

PLANTING

Apium graveolens

Germination:14-21 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 60-75F.

Seed Sowing Depth:1/8-1/4″ deep

Sowing Indoors:Start 10-12 weeks before the last frost. Soaking seeds overnight aids germination.Keep soil moist and temperatures at 70-75F.Liquid fertilize seedlings every 7-10 days. Transplant after last frost 8-12 apart.

Sowing Outdoors:Not recommended, especially in northern areas

Harvest:Stalks over 8-10, from the outside first. Harvest entire plant late summer through the fall.

Tips:Tango Celery needs fertile soil and consistent moisture throughout the entire season for optimum growth. Addcompost to the planting area and fertilize regularly, mulch, and keep moist.