Celebration

Celery

80d to harvest

A crisp, cool-scented harvest with a truly celebratory crunch—‘Celebration’ celery forms dense, upright stalks that feel firm and springy to the bite. Its flavor is bright and clean, with a gentle sweetness and a classic celery snap that shines in fresh bunches and elevates any prepared dish. Grow ‘Celebration’ for reliable, uniform performance and a garden-to-table texture that stays crisp from first pull to the last serving.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Jan 12th
Last Frost	Mar 23rd
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Mar 9th
Harvest Begins	May 28th
Harvest Ends	Nov 12th

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)	35
Harden Off (days)	7

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prevent and treat celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce) pests like aphids or diseases like early blight?

Check plants every 2–3 days; aphids often cluster on tender new growth, and early blight can start as small, dark spots on leaves. Blast aphids off with a strong stream of water, then spray insecticidal soap only on affected foliage in the evening, repeating every 5–7 days as needed. For early blight, remove and discard infected leaves, keep the center of the plant dry by watering at the soil line, and improve airflow so foliage dries quickly after rain or irrigation.

How often should I water sweet celery during active growth, and what soil moisture level should I maintain?

During the main growing phase, keep soil consistently evenly moist—aim for roughly 1 inch of water per week total, adjusting for heat and container size. Water deeply rather than lightly so the root zone stays wet, not soggy; the top few centimeters should not dry out between waterings. Mulch helps steady moisture, but still water at the base so leaf surfaces stay drier.