Step 1: Gather Your Supplies and Choose the Right Pot
1. Obtain a healthy stalk of celery with the base intact.
2. Use a pot that is at least 8 inches deep to accommodate the roots properly.
3. Ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
4. Use quality potting soil enriched with organic compost.
Step 2: Prepare the Celery Base
1. Cut the celery stalks from the base, leaving about 2 inches of the base intact.
2. Rinse the base thoroughly under running water to remove any residual dirt.
3. Place the celery base in a shallow bowl of water, ensuring the base is submerged but not the top cuts.
4. Position the bowl in a sunny spot and change the water every couple of days until you see new growth, typically within a week.
Step 3: Planting the Celery
1. Fill the pot with potting soil, leaving about an inch at the top.
2. Make a small hole in the center of the soil and place the celery base inside.
3. Ensure the new growth is above the soil surface while the roots are covered.
4. Pat the soil gently around the base to secure it.
5. Water the plant thoroughly but avoid making the soil soggy.
Step 4: Caring for Your Celery Plant
1. Place the pot in a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day.
2. Water the plant regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist.
3. Fertilize with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks for optimal growth.
4. Protect the plant from extreme temperatures and pests.
Step 5: Harvesting Celery
1. Wait for the celery stalks to reach a height of about 8 inches before harvesting.
2. Harvest the outer stalks first, allowing the inner stalks to continue growing.
3. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the stalks near the base.
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