Albin

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

Sweetly fragrant and delicately nutty, Albin celeriac forms a smooth, creamy-white bulb with a crisp, fine-grained texture that stays pleasantly tender.

Its pale flesh offers a clean, mellow flavor that shines when roasted until golden, blended into velvety purées, or grated for bright, refreshing salads and slaws. Grow Albin for a dependable 120-day season and a standout harvest that looks as refined as it tastes.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 120 DaysHabit: Clumping

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Feb 14th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 18th
Harvest Begins	Aug 16th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	120
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Clumping
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Albin celeriac is built for the roast-to-purée pipeline: its fine grain softens into a creamy texture without going gluey, while the mellow celery-nut perfume stays clear instead of turning harsh. Grated raw, it brings a crisp, cool crunch that loves sharp acid and savory funk—so don’t bury it under heavy sweetness.

Best Uses

roast in wedges until deeply golden for caramelized nutty edges
blend into silk-smooth purée or potage (holds a velvety body without tasting starchy)
grate raw for slaw—fine shreds stay snappy and refreshing
pan-sear thin slices for a crisp exterior with tender centers

Flavor Profile

sweet, clean celery perfume delicately nutty flavor crisp, fine-grained bite that turns creamy when cooked mellow, pale sweetness without sharp heat

Kitchen Pairings

brown butter lemon mustard thyme gruyère brown mushrooms

Frequently Asked Questions

Albin how do I prevent and treat powdery mildew during the 60–120 day growing period?

Powdery mildew shows as a white, powdery coating on Albin leaves and can reduce yields late in the 4-month cycle. Spray a preventive/follow-up sulfur or potassium bicarbonate product on dry mornings and remove heavily infected leaves to improve airflow. Avoid overhead watering and space plants so leaves don’t stay wet or crowded, which Albin is prone to in late season.

How often should I water Albin plants during the main growth phase to avoid drought stress or splitting?

From roughly week 4 through harvest (about days 30–120), water deeply about 1–2 times per week so the top 6–8 in (15–20 cm) stays evenly moist. Let the soil dry slightly between waterings—if the surface is still damp, skip the next watering to reduce disease pressure and prevent uneven growth that can lead to cracking. In hot weather, you may need more frequent deep watering, but always check moisture at 6–8 in before adding water.

How can I tell when Albin is ready to harvest at 120 days?

Harvest when the leaves begin to yellow and the tuber/roots have filled out to their expected size for Albin. For the best quality, do a gentle test harvest by lifting one plant and checking that the flesh is firm and well-formed, not small or soft. If the soil is dry, water lightly the day before to make lifting easier and reduce bruising.