Sturdy, upright plants with crisp, aromatic stalks and lush leaves. Great for beds and deep containers; perfect for soups, stocks, salads, juicing, and crunchy snacks.
✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination
Why You’ll Love It
Classic ‘Tall Utah’ crunch with balanced, savory-sweet flavor.
Long, straight stalks and tidy growth for easy harvests.
Leaves and stems both useful — zero-waste kitchen staple.
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
Botanical name
Apium graveolens var. dulce — ‘Tall Utah’
Sun
Full sun to part shade (afternoon shade in heat)
Sowing method
Start indoors 10–12 weeks before last frost; seeds need light — press onto surface, don’t bury. Harden off well before transplanting.
Sowing depth
Surface to ⅛″ / 3 mm (very light cover)
Spacing
8–10″ / 20–25 cm between plants; rows 18–24″ / 45–60 cm
Germination
~10–21 days at ~65–75°F / 18–24°C (slow but steady)
Soil
Rich, moisture-retentive, high organic matter; keep evenly moist for best flavor
Harvest
~100–120 days from transplant. Cut whole plant or pick outer stalks once thick and 12–18″ tall.
Ways to Use
Mirepoix & stocks: foundational flavor for soups and sauces.
Fresh: salads, dips, and lunchbox sticks.
Leaves: chop for soups, pesto, chimichurri, or drying.
What You’ll Receive
Select your pack size in the listing variations
Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
Simple sowing guide
Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: Keep growth continuous — mulch deeply and water evenly to prevent bitterness and pithiness. For extra-pale stalks, blanch 10–14 days before harvest by loosely wrapping with paper or pulling leaves around the stalks.
