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Celery care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water deeply 2–3 times weekly. Mulch to retain moisture.
soil
Rich, well-draining loam with high organic matter and pH 6.0–7.0. Prefers fertile, slightly alkaline soil.
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily); partial shade in hot climates.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Celery
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Celery
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Celery
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
shield
Preventing leaf spot in Celery
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.