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Celeriac Ibis - Vilmorin Seeds

Apium graveolens Ibis
Turnip-rooted celery, Celery root

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Celeriac 'Ibis' is a fast-growing variety, suitable for long-term storage. The large, smooth globe-shaped roots are easy to clean. Delicious, spicy flavoured white flesh! Sow this vigorous, bolt-resistant variety from February to late May for late summer harvests. Vilmorin qulaity seeds.
Ease of cultivation
Beginner
Height at maturity
60 cm
Spread at maturity
20 cm
Soil moisture
Moist soil
Germination time (days)
15 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Sowing period February to May
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Flowering time July
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Harvest time September to November
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Description

Celeriac 'Ibis' is a fast-growing variety, suitable for long-term storage. The large, smooth globe-shaped roots are easy to clean. Delicious, spicy flavoured white flesh! Sow this vigorous, bolt-resistant variety from February to late May and harvest 6 to 7 months later.

Celery, celeriac and leaf celery are members of the Apiaceae family (Umbelliferae). They are actually different cultivated forms of the same plant, Apium graveolens or wild celery, a hardy perennial native to the Mediterranean region.

Celery is cultivated for its “ribs” or leaf stalks that are commonly eaten fresh in salads or added to soups and stews. Celeriac is grown for its large round bulbous root. Its distinctive, nutty flavour lends itself to a variety of dishes. It can be eaten raw (grated, in remoulade...) or cooked (pureed, gratin or sautéed). Leaf celery is often used like parsley to flavour soups. All three forms are rich in vitamins and minerals and low in calories.

To grow either of the three varieties outdoors, choose a sunny or semi-shaded spot. Celeriac and celery can grow up to 50-70 cm in height. Leaf celery is smaller and can be grown in pots. Best results will be achieved in rich, light, moist soil. Prepare the seedbed in the autumn by loosening and amending the soil with well decomposed compost. Boost established crops with fertilizer. Sow this cool-weather vegetable under cover in spring for autumn to winter harvests.

Harvesting: to harvest celery and leaf celery, pick the outer stalks as and when required, 5-6 months after sowing. Before the first frosts, plants can be dug up and stored in a cool, dark place for several weeks. Celeriac is harvested in the autumn, before the first frosts. Gently dig up the bulbs, leave them to dry for a day outdoors then trim off the stalks and the rootlets.

Storage: Celery and leaf celery is tastiest eaten fresh. However, it can be dried or frozen for later use. Celeriac will keep for several months when stored in a cool, damp place, away from direct sunlight.

Good to know: Mulching with grass clippings or dead leaves from late May onwards will help keep the soil moist whilst limiting weed growth.

Harvest

Harvest time September to November
Type of vegetable Root vegetable
Vegetable colour white
Size of vegetable Large
Interest Flavour, Nutritional value
Use Cooking

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 20 cm
Growth rate normal

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green
Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased

Botanical data

Genus

Apium

Species

graveolens

Cultivar

Ibis

Family

Apiaceae

Other common names

Turnip-rooted celery, Celery root

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Annual / Perennial

Annual

Product reference25861

Planting and care

How to sow:

From February to April: start indoors or in a heated greenhouse.

From mid-April to late May: direct sow outdoors, in a sunny spot.

Soil must always be kept moist. Until germination, cover with several layers of wet newspaper to retain soil moisture. Room temperature must be of at least 15°C. Germination usually takes 12 to 15 days.

When the seedlings reach the 3 leaf stage, trim the ends of the main root and rootlets and transplant the seedlings into individual pots. Harden off gradually. In May-June, plant out into their final location, leaving 35 cm in all directions.

 

Care:

Weed and hoe regularly to avoid diseases such as leaf spot and powdery mildew. Copper fungicides such as Bordeaux mixture are an effective way of protecting your plants from fungal diseases.

Maintaining soil moisture is essential. Water regularly and apply mulch around the base of the plants.

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Seedlings

Sowing period February to May
Sowing method Direct sowing, Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Germination time (days) 15 days

Care

Soil moisture Wet
Disease resistance Good
Pruning No pruning necessary

Intended location

Type of use Vegetable garden
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Soil léger
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), 130

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