National Celery Day falls on 28th June, and it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on one of the most underrated superfoods in your fridge—celery. Whether you’re a home cook, health enthusiast, or green-fingered grower, celery has something for everyone.
At Love Celery, we’re proud to celebrate the versatility, flavour and nutrition of this incredible green.
Why Celery Deserves the Spotlight
Celery isn’t just for garnish—this vibrant, crunchy veg is a culinary and nutritional hero. Here’s why:
Versatility in the Kitchen
From raw snacks to slow-cooked stews, celery is one of the most versatile vegetables in the kitchen:
- Raw: Dip in houmous, peanut butter, or cream cheese – perfect for a taste of the summer!
- Juicing: Start your day with fresh celery juice – packed with vitamins and nutrients to fuel you for the day ahead.
- Cocktails: From a celery bellini to a celery sour, this glorious green can do it all! Oh, and no Bloody Mary is complete without a celery stalk!
- Soups & stews: Add depth and colour to savoury dishes.
Whether it’s adding flavour to your base or freshness to your finish, celery delivers.
Celery’s Impressive Nutritional Benefits
Looking for a low-calorie, high-impact vegetable? Celery checks all the boxes. This hydrating hero is:
- 95% water – perfect for staying hydrated in the hotter weather
- Packed with vitamins K, A, C, folate, and potassium
- A great source of antioxidants
- Naturally low in calories
Celery supports heart health, digestion, and anti-inflammatory response, making it a smart choice for healthy eating.
Growing and Harvesting Celery – Facts from our Growers
- Celery takes around 95 days to grow from seed to harvest at the beginning of the season, but by mid-season, celery takes around 80 days
- Celery is very water-intensive to grow, so it is important this crop is regularly watered (by nature or manually)
- Celery is supplied to customers in many different ways – whole, stick pack, hearts, etc
- Fibre in celery helps your digestive system and recent studies have said it can even reduce the chance of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
Want to join the Celery-bration?
Want to join the National Celery Day buzz? Here’s how:
- Post your favourite celery recipe or growing photo using #NationalCeleryDay
- Tag @love.celery and share how celery features in your daily life
- Visit www.lovecelery.co.uk for celery-inspired recipes, growing facts and more!
Help us spread the stalk love and show the world that celery is anything but boring.
Eat Fresh!
Explore our celery-packed recipes, growing tips, blog posts and more at www.lovecelery.co.uk. Whether you’re cooking, snacking, juicing or gardening, make celery part of your wellness journey.