Celery
Crisp, cool stalks with a bright, herbal snap—Celery from this market class delivers an aromatic, clean flavor that lingers like fresh-cut green in the air.
Expect tender, well-filled ribs with a refined crunch, ideal for refreshing salads, classic soups and stews, and vibrant sauces where its distinctive celery character shines.
Light: Part SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Rosette
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Celery 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 1st – Aug 29th |
| Zone 2b | Mar 6th | May 8th | Jul 22nd – Aug 25th |
| Zone 3a | Mar 6th | May 8th | Jul 22nd – Sep 1st |
| Zone 3b | Mar 10th | May 12th | Jul 26th – Sep 21st |
| Zone 4a | Mar 6th | May 8th | Jul 22nd – Sep 24th |
| Zone 4b | Mar 4th | May 6th | Jul 20th – Sep 27th |
| Zone 5a | Feb 27th | May 1st | Jul 15th – Sep 30th |
| Zone 5b | Feb 23rd | Apr 27th | Jul 11th – Oct 5th |
| Zone 6a | Feb 20th | Apr 24th | Jul 8th – Oct 10th |
| Zone 6b | Feb 14th | Apr 18th | Jul 2nd – Oct 16th |
| Zone 7a | Feb 9th | Apr 13th | Jun 27th – Oct 20th |
| Zone 7b | Jan 30th | Apr 3rd | Jun 17th – Oct 28th |
| Zone 8a | Jan 21st | Mar 25th | Jun 8th – Nov 5th |
| Zone 8b | Jan 12th | Mar 16th | May 30th – Nov 12th |
| Zone 9a | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 13th – Nov 26th |
| Zone 9b | Dec 1st | Feb 2nd | Apr 18th – Dec 9th |
| Zone 10a | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 10b | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 11a | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 11b | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 12a | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 12b | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 13a | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
| Zone 13b | — | Oct 1st | Dec 15th – Feb 28th |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 75 |
| Sun Requirements | Part Sun |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 28 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Sowing Tips
Transplant Conditions
Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
Expert Note
Start celery early and keep soil consistently moist—dryness causes tough stalks and poor growth.