When to Plant Celery in Zone 8
In USDA zone 8a, start seeds indoors around February 4, transplant or plant outdoors March 18 to July 6, and expect your first harvest around July 6. (8a shown here — see 8a and 8b dates separately below.)
Celery planting calendar for USDA Zone 8a
Average last spring frost
April 1
Average first fall frost
November 10
Start seeds indoors
Feb 4
Transplant outdoors
Mar 18
Projected first harvest
Jul 6
Most celery mature in about 100 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 223 frost-free days in zone 8a.
Celery planting calendar for USDA Zone 8b
Average last spring frost
March 20
Average first fall frost
November 20
Start seeds indoors
Jan 23
Transplant outdoors
Mar 6
Projected first harvest
Jun 24
Most celery mature in about 100 to 110 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 245 frost-free days in zone 8b.
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Varieties to grow
2 varieties of celery in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with celery
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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