Albin

Family: Apiaceae Root Vegetable

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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

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Albin Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 3a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 3b	Mar 10th	May 12th	Sep 9th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 6th	May 8th	Sep 5th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 4th	May 6th	Sep 3rd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Feb 27th	May 1st	Aug 29th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Feb 23rd	Apr 27th	Aug 25th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Feb 20th	Apr 24th	Aug 22nd – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Feb 14th	Apr 18th	Aug 16th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Feb 9th	Apr 13th	Aug 11th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Jan 30th	Apr 3rd	Aug 1st – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Jan 21st	Mar 25th	Jul 23rd – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Jan 12th	Mar 16th	Jul 14th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Dec 26th	Feb 27th	Jun 27th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 1st	Feb 2nd	Jun 2nd – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Jan 29th – Feb 28th

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.