Prefers a rich light moist soil with some shade in summer. Prefers a sunny position and a pH between 6.6 and 6.8. Tolerates a pH in the range 4.2 to 8.3. Plants grow best in a climate with a mean temperature in the range 16 - 21°c, leaf growth is poor at higher temperatures, low temperatures can induce the plant to run to seed prematurely. Plants with 5 or more true leaves will flower following exposure to temperatures between 5 - 10°c for 10 days or more. Leaf celery is often cultivated in many regions of the world, mainly for its edible leaves which are used as a flavoring in soups, salads etc. There are some named varieties and these can supply fresh leaves from late spring to the autumn.. A good companion for leeks, tomatoes, French beans and brassicas.

Leaves - raw or cooked. A strong savoury flavor, they can be used as a flavoring in soups etc. The leaves can also be eaten raw but many people find the flavor too strong. They are more acceptable raw when used as a minor ingredient in a mixed salad. Seed - a flavoring. An essential oil from the seed is also used as a flavoring.

Seed - germination can be erratic and the seed is best surface sow February in a greenhouse. The maincrop can be sown as late as mid-April. Outdoor sown seed rarely germinates satisfactorily. Germinates in 2 - 3 weeks at 15°c. Plant out in May. The seed can harbour certain diseases of celery, it is usually treated by seed companies before being sold but if you save your own seed you should make sure that only seed from healthy plants is used.

Not known in the wild.