Tall Utah

Celery

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🌱 90d to harvest Rosette

Crisp, cool stalks rise in a stately column—Tall Utah delivers a clean, bright celery flavor with a tender snap and a pleasantly …

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Oct 23rd
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jan 1st
Harvest Begins	Apr 1st
Harvest Ends	Dec 31st

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Part Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	65
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely to affect Apium graveolens var. dulce (sweet celery), and how can I manage it?

Celery commonly suffers from foliar diseases like early blight/leaf spot and can attract celery leaf miners and aphids. Remove and destroy spotted leaves early, keep airflow high by spacing plants, and water at the soil line (not the foliage) to slow spread. If you see aphids or leaf-miner damage, rinse plants with a strong jet of water and use an insecticidal soap targeted to the undersides of leaves, repeating as needed until new growth is clean.

How often should I water sweet celery during its main growing phase?

During active growth, keep the root zone consistently moist—aim for lightly damp soil at all times, not soggy. In typical home garden conditions, this often means about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–4 cm) of water per week total, adjusted to rainfall and heat. If the soil dries out between waterings, celery develops tough, stringy stalks and may bolt sooner; mulch helps maintain steady moisture.

How can I tell when tall sweet celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when stalks are firm, well-filled (not hollow or flimsy), and reach the expected height for your spacing—often around 85–90 days from sowing/transplanting. You’ll know it’s ready when outer stalks are thick and snap slightly when bent, and the plant has a dense, upright crown. For best flavor, harvest in the cooler part of the day and cut individual stalks at the base rather than pulling the whole plant.

Crisp, cool stalks rise in a stately column—Tall Utah delivers a clean, bright celery flavor with a tender snap and a pleasantly mild bite. The long, upright ribs hold their shape beautifully, making them ideal for fresh salads, classic sauces, and flavorful braises where you want celery’s signature aroma to shine. Grow it for a dependable, garden-to-table harvest that stays crisp and attractive from first cutting through the main yield.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.

Expert Note

Start celery early and keep soil evenly moist; thicker, blanched stalks come from gradually banking soil around plants after they’re established.