Sowing and growing celeriac

Sowing celeriac is becoming increasingly popular in the vegetable garden. It’s a simple, delicious, and healthy addition to your garden. Despite the misconception that it is difficult, sowing celeriac is quite easy, as long as you have a suitable spot. This guide offers a comprehensive explanation of what celeriac is and how to sow and grow it successfully.

What is celeriac?

Celeriac, also known as celery root and celeriac, is a root vegetable in the celery family. It is known for its crunchy texture and nutty, slightly bitter flavor, making it a popular choice in soups and stews. Celeriac is rich in vitamin C, folate (vitamin B11), and potassium, essential nutrients for proper body function.

Where does celeriac come from?

Originally grown by the ancient Romans in the Mediterranean, celeriac is now widely grown in North America and Europe, and is a common ingredient in various dishes.

Sowing celeriac in brief

To grow celeriac, follow these steps:

Choose a spot: Find a sunny, water-permeable spot in your vegetable garden.
Work the soil: Remove weeds and add soil conditioners such as compost and manure.
Sow: Begin mid-February-March indoors in a propagator or from mid-April directly into the ground.
Water management: Keep the soil moist, but not too wet.
Nutrition: Use good vegetable garden nutrition.
Harvesting: By late summer or early winter, your celeriac is ready to harvest.

Additional tips for growing celeriac

Planting distance: Provide adequate space between plants. The ideal planting distance for celeriac is important for optimal growth.
Buy celeriac plantlets: If you don’t want to sow seeds, you can start with young plants.
Storing celeriac: Celeriac grows slowly but has a long shelf life. Store them in a cool, dry place.

By being patient and careful in the process, you can enjoy fresh celeriac from your own vegetable garden. With this guide and the right approach, growing celeriac in your vegetable garden will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience.