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Pink Plume Celery

Celery
Zone 1a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Pink Plume Celery
85d to harvest

Silken, plume-like stalks in a blush-pink to rosy-rose tone rise with a tender snap and a pleasantly crisp, clean celery fragrance. Pink Plume Celery forms an upright, compact clump with finely textured leaves and a mild, bright flavor that stays sweet and refreshing from garden to table. Ideal for fresh use and for adding color and crunch to salads, slaws, and vibrant garnishes, its distinctive pink cast makes every harvest feel like a small celebration.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 85-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.
MilestoneDate
Last FrostJun 15th
Growing ApproachProtected Environment Only

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)30
Harden Off (days)7

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Pink Plume Celery in Zone 1a typically begins around Indoor Lights Only. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Pink Plume Celery.

Garden Alerts

Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 85-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Apium graveolens var. dulce (Pink Plume celery), and how can I control it?
Celery commonly suffers from early blight/leaf spot and sometimes septoria-like leaf spotting, especially when foliage stays wet. Water at the soil line, thin plants for airflow, remove spotted leaves early, and rotate away from Apiaceae beds when possible; if spots spread, use a labeled copper fungicide per package directions. Watch closely for aphids on tender new growth—rinse them off with a strong stream and treat with insecticidal soap if needed.
How do I tell when Pink Plume celery is ready to harvest (Apium graveolens var. dulce)?
Harvest at about 85 days, when stalks are firm, well-filled, and reach the expected size for your planting density. Use your hand to gently feel the base—stalks should be crisp and substantial rather than thin and flexible. For the best flavor and texture, harvest before prolonged hot weather and before stems start to look loosely formed.
Botanical illustration of Pink Plume Celery

Silken, plume-like stalks in a blush-pink to rosy-rose tone rise with a tender snap and a pleasantly crisp, clean celery fragrance. Pink Plume Celery forms an upright, compact clump with finely textured leaves and a mild, bright flavor that stays sweet and refreshing from garden to table. Ideal for fresh use and for adding color and crunch to salads, slaws, and vibrant garnishes, its distinctive pink cast makes every harvest feel like a small celebration.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Pink Plume Celery in Zone 1a typically begins around Indoor Lights Only. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Pink Plume Celery.

Garden Alerts

Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 85-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

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

Expert Note

For best pink stalk color and tenderness, keep soil consistently moist and blanch/lightly cover stalks as they thicken.