Beijing White

Family: Apiaceae Vegetable

Planting Schedule

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Crisp, cool stalks with a bright, clean snap—Beijing White celery delivers a refreshing, subtly sweet bite that feels luminous in the garden.

At maturity (about 80 days), the upright plants form dense, pale white ribs with a tender texture and a delicate celery fragrance, ideal for brightening salads and slaws, and for simmering into aromatic bases and savory sauces. Grow it for its elegant, garden-fresh crunch and its dependable, uniform market look.

Light: Part SunMaturity: 80 DaysHabit: Rosette

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Beijing White 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	Mar 16th	May 18th	Aug 6th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 6th	May 8th	Jul 27th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 6th	May 8th	Jul 27th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 10th	May 12th	Jul 31st – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 6th	May 8th	Jul 27th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 4th	May 6th	Jul 25th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Feb 27th	May 1st	Jul 20th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Feb 23rd	Apr 27th	Jul 16th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Feb 20th	Apr 24th	Jul 13th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Feb 14th	Apr 18th	Jul 7th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Feb 9th	Apr 13th	Jul 2nd – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Jan 30th	Apr 3rd	Jun 22nd – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Jan 21st	Mar 25th	Jun 13th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Jan 12th	Mar 16th	Jun 4th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Dec 26th	Feb 27th	May 18th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 1st	Feb 2nd	Apr 23rd – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 20th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	80
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Beijing White’s ribs are built for the first bite: a luminous crunch with a delicate sweetness that doesn’t taste harsh. Sweat it only lightly to preserve its clean fragrance—then let lemon, butter, or stock carry that celery perfume through the dish.

Best Uses

cold slaws where the cut ribs stay crisp
raw crudités or shaved celery with citrusy dressing
aromatic base for soups and stocks (sweat gently, don’t brown)
light, emulsified sauces and pan gravies where celery perfume matters

Flavor Profile

bright, clean celery fragrance subtly sweet snap tender, lightly crisp ribs refreshing, mild bitterness on the finish

Kitchen Pairings

lemon parsley butter chicken stock white fish feta

Frequently Asked Questions

Beijing White leaves develop fuzzy gray patches and collapse—what disease is it and what should I do?

That usually indicates gray mold (Botrytis), which thrives when leaves stay wet and air doesn’t circulate. Remove and discard affected leaves immediately, then thin plants so rows have airflow and water only at the soil line in the morning. If the problem spreads, apply a labeled fungicide for leafy brassicas and keep the crop mulched to prevent splash during watering.

How often should I water Beijing White during the main growing period to keep it from bolting or developing bitter leaves?

From transplanting/early growth through about week 8 (near the 80-day mark), keep soil consistently evenly moist—aim for roughly 1 inch of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings during hot spells. Check 1–2 inches down: if it’s dry at that depth, water; if it’s still moist, wait. Avoid letting it swing dry-to-wet, because irregular moisture can stress Beijing White and increase bitterness and bolting risk.

When is Beijing White ready to harvest, and what should I look for to pick at the right time?

Harvest at about 80 days when heads are firm and fully sized, or at the loose-leaf stage if you’re growing for baby greens. For whole heads, press gently—leaves should feel tight with minimal give, and the outer leaves should be a healthy pale green without yellowing. If you see rapid stem elongation or flowering starts, harvest immediately to avoid tough, bitter leaves.