VegetableBiennial commonly grown as an annualModerate

Celeriac

Apium graveolens var. rapaceum

Family: Apiaceae

Celeriac grows in full sun and prefers rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Water needs: High; consistent moisture.

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How to Grow Celeriac

Celeriac growing information includes sunlight requirements of Full sun, soil conditions listed as Rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil with a soil pH of 6.0-7.0, and High; consistent moisture water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 3-10 as an annual. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for Celeriac as 14-21 days, with planting or establishment depth listed as Surface sow or barely cover. Days to maturity are listed as 100-120 days.

Plant Overview

Celeriac (Apium graveolens var. rapaceum) is listed in the Apiaceae family and categorized as a vegetable with a biennial commonly grown as an annual life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.

Plant ID: PLT-0146
Family: Apiaceae
Plant type: Vegetable
Life cycle: Biennial commonly grown as an annual
Difficulty: Moderate

Growing Conditions

Celeriac is listed for full sun conditions. Water needs are listed as high; consistent moisture. The database soil reference is Rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. The listed soil pH range is 6.0-7.0, and the listed hardiness range is 3-10 as an annual.

Hardiness zones: 3-10 as an annual
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil: Rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Water needs: High; consistent moisture

Seed & Germination

For seed starting, the listed germination time is 14-21 days and the seed depth is Surface sow or barely cover. The listed time to maturity is 100-120 days. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.

Germination: 14-21 days
Seed depth: Surface sow or barely cover

Harvest & Propagation

Days to maturity: 100-120 days

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Growing Reference Note

Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.