Here is an oddity: I by whole celery at the market and when I have used the stalks, I plant the stump in the garden. First, I score the bottom with a knife. About two out of five stumps grow enough for me to get something again.
I am wondering, if I leave the immature stalks in the center standing when I replant, if they will mature to full size. Anyone know?
This works for whole lettuces bought, too.
I don’t see why not! I would leave the leaves on those inner stalks; once air and sunlight hit them, they should grow.
They’re always kind of yellow, though - direct sunlight might burn them. Maybe try that in a shady spot, first?
Neat. I’ve never tried that, but why waste it? Good idea!
My father did that all the time in Chicago. He had a beautiful backyard garden. He bought the hydroponic lettuce that was marked down, usually 4 cents a head, slice off the top and plant the stem with the roots. He grew whole new heads. Our market just pitches them so I haven’t done that myself.