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Tall Utah 52-70

Celery
Zone 11a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Tall Utah 52-70
85d to harvest

Crisp, cool-season stalks rise with a statuesque, upright poise—Tall Utah 52-70 delivers a clean, bright celery flavor with a satisfying snap and a tender, juicy texture that stays pleasantly mild. Ideal for fresh bunches and classic celery-forward preparations, these sturdy stems hold their shape well and lend themselves beautifully to salads, slaws, and flavorful sauces. Grow it for a long, rewarding season: at about 85 days, you’ll harvest impressive height and a refined bite from every stalk.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
MilestoneDate
Start Indoors—
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsOct 1st
Harvest BeginsDec 25th
Harvest EndsFeb 28th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity85
Sun RequirementsPart SunPartial sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Tall Utah 52-70 in Zone 11a typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Tall Utah 52-70.

Garden Alerts

In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat early blight/leaf spot problems on celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce)?
Watch for small brown to black spots with yellowing edges on leaves and stems, especially during humid stretches. Remove and discard affected leaves, improve airflow around plants, and avoid wetting the foliage when watering. If the spots spread, use a labeled fungicide for celery/leaf spot and repeat according to the label interval.
How often should I water celery during the main growing phase (the 6–8 weeks after transplanting)?
Celery needs consistently moist soil—aim for evenly damp, not waterlogged, conditions. Water deeply about 2–3 times per week in warm weather (more often in containers), keeping the root zone evenly moist from transplanting through harvest; mulch helps maintain this balance. If leaves start to look wilted while the soil is only slightly dry, increase watering frequency rather than volume.
Botanical illustration of Tall Utah 52-70

Crisp, cool-season stalks rise with a statuesque, upright poise—Tall Utah 52-70 delivers a clean, bright celery flavor with a satisfying snap and a tender, juicy texture that stays pleasantly mild. Ideal for fresh bunches and classic celery-forward preparations, these sturdy stems hold their shape well and lend themselves beautifully to salads, slaws, and flavorful sauces. Grow it for a long, rewarding season: at about 85 days, you’ll harvest impressive height and a refined bite from every stalk.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Tall Utah 52-70 in Zone 11a typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Tall Utah 52-70.

Garden Alerts

In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 45°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

Start celery early indoors and transplant only once nights are reliably warm (cool snaps stall growth); keep soil evenly moist for crisp stalks.