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Celery is a crunchy, water-rich vegetable which can be eaten raw or cooked. Discover when celery is in season, plus how to prepare and serve it.

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What is celery?

A collection of long, thick, juicy stalks around a central, tender heart, celery ranges in colour from white to green - the darker its colour, the stronger its flavour. It has a very mildly bitter taste and a texture that's both crisp and succulent and is eaten either raw or cooked.

Read about the health benefits of celery.

When is celery in season?

All year round, but the British season runs from late July to late February.

Learn how to grow your own celery from the experts at Gardeners’ World.

Choose the best celery

Celery should be firm and tightly formed, with evenly shaped stalks and fresh-looking leaves.

How to prepare celery

The tougher outer stalks are the best to cook with - just pull them off at the base and use a peeler to remove any tough strings. The inner, more tender stalks are better for eating raw. Snap them off as you need them, then trim the ends and wash. The leafy tops can be used in salads.

How to store celery

In a perforated bag in the vegetable drawer of the fridge for around 2 weeks. Leave the stalks attached to the base until you're ready to use them.

How to cook celery

Crop the stalks and the leafy tops and eat raw in a salad. Braise to eat as a side dish (10-15 minutes); slice diagonally for stir fries (stir fries in 4-6 minutes) or chop and add to soups and stews.

Alternatives to celery

Try carrot.

Discover our top 10 ways to use up leftover celery.

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