{"product_id":"celery-tall-utah","title":"Tall Utah Celery","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDescription\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"611\" data-start=\"209\"\u003eTall Utah Celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce) is a classic, upright celery variety known for its tall, crisp, and tender stalks that reach up to \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e45-60 cm in height. This stringless, richly flavoured heirloom is prized for its bright green colour, juicy texture, and balanced, mildly sweet taste. It is widely used in soups, salads, juices, and fresh snacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"975\" data-start=\"613\"\u003eIn South African gardens, Tall Utah Celery performs best when sown in late summer to early autumn or in cooler Highveld and coastal climates. It requires consistent moisture, rich organic soil, and a long, cool growing season of \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100-120 days. The variety is slow to bolt, making it well-suited for regions with variable temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"977\"\u003eWith proper care, Tall Utah Celery delivers \u003cstrong data-end=\"1044\" data-start=\"1025\"\u003evigorous growth\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003eexcellent flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ehigh yields, making it a staple in both home and market gardens across South Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1165\" data-start=\"977\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"body-text\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator \u0026amp; Pest Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eStrong aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e may help \u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003erepel cabbage moths and whiteflies\u003c\/strong\u003e when interplanted.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat addition to\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ebiodiverse vegetable beds as part of integrated pest management (IPM).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUmbel-shaped flowers (if allowed to flower) attract beneficial insects like lacewings, hoverflies, and parasitic wasps, which help control aphids and caterpillars.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompact and Versatile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThough tall, its vertical growth is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003espace-efficient\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for raised beds and deep containers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCan be grown in urban and suburban gardens, provided it receives consistent moisture.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVery low in calories, making it a healthy, hydrating snack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich in \u003cstrong data-end=\"2116\" data-start=\"2103\"\u003evitamin K\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"2131\" data-start=\"2118\"\u003evitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2150\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003epotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e – supports blood health and immune function.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains \u003cstrong data-end=\"2242\" data-start=\"2207\"\u003eantioxidants and phytonutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e that help reduce inflammation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHigh water and fibre content – aids digestion and keeps the body hydrated.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNatural diuretic properties – helps reduce water retention.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSupports cardiovascular health and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2507\" data-start=\"2478\"\u003eblood pressure regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChewing fresh celery may promote\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eoral health through increased saliva production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1316\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMay assist with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003echolesterol management due to fibre and antioxidant content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTall Utah Celery flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAutumn or Early Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 13\u003cspan\u003e-24°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3-5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20x30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100-120 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 45-60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLate summer to autumn (if left unharvested)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade (6+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Environment \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich, well-draining loam or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/mushroom-compost\" title=\"Mushroom Compost\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e-amended soil, pH 6.0–7.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRequires frequent, deep watering; never allow soil to dry out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIncorporate compost at planting; supplement with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Vegetative\" title=\"Vegetative Fertilisers\"\u003eorganic nitrogen-rich feeds\u003c\/a\u003e every 3–4 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBest in cooler South African regions (coastal, Highveld); protect from heatwaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity (60–80%); mulch to maintain consistent soil moisture and reduce stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWatch for aphids, celery leaf miners, and slugs – plant with nasturtiums or marigolds for natural deterrence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePerforms well in deep containers, raised beds, or open garden rows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \u003c\/strong\u003efrom \u003cstrong\u003ebeing planted alongside leeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Onion Texas Grano\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/onion-texas\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eonions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Swiss Chard Spinach\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/spinach-swiss-chard-fordhook-giant\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003espinach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Tomato Options\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Tomatoes\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etomatoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebush\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ebeans\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Nasturtium\" href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/nasturtium\"\u003enasturtiums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/onion-texas\" title=\"Onion Texas Grano\"\u003eonions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/garlic-chives\" title=\"Garlic Chives\"\u003egarlic chives\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/french-marigold\" title=\"French Marigold\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e to repel pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant after \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/peas-greenfeast\" title=\"Peas Greenfeast\"\u003epeas\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Clover\" title=\"Clover Options\"\u003eclover\u003c\/a\u003e. Follow with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003elettuce\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Herbs\" title=\"Herb Options\"\u003eherbs\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid repeat root crops in the same bed.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Rejuvenation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deep roots improve soil structure between cycles.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid planting with carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecorn\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eparsnips\u003c\/strong\u003e (due to nutrient competition or shared pests).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor placement of large orders contact us at: office@greenhouston.co.za \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Houston","offers":[{"title":"0.04g (80 Seeds)","offer_id":46997747663091,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.16g (320 Seeds)","offer_id":46997747695859,"sku":"","price":44.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0344\/9087\/6044\/files\/TallUtahCelerySingle.png?v=1749191378","url":"https:\/\/greenwares.myshopify.com\/products\/celery-tall-utah","provider":"Green Houston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}