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🌿 Growing Celery in Zone 13b

Zone 13b has a year-round growing season. Celery can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Oct 23Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days)

Zone13b
Last FrostJan 1
First FrostDec 31
Season Length364 days
Days to Harvest100
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Celery in Zone 13b

Start Seeds Indoors: Oct 23

Start Celery seeds indoors around Oct 23 (10 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 14–21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 1

Transplant Celery seedlings outdoors after Jan 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 27

First harvest approximately Mar 27 (~85 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Cabbage✅ Beans✅ Leeks✅ Cauliflower
❌ Corn❌ Aster flowers

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Celery in Zone 13b?

Start Celery seeds indoors around Oct 23. Transplant outdoors after Jan 1. Expect first harvest around Mar 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 13b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 13b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Celery in Zone 13b?

Yes. Celery needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 13b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Celery in Zone 13b?

The best time to start Celery in Zone 13b is Oct. Begin seeds indoors around Oct 23, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 1.

What companion plants grow well with Celery?

Good companion plants for Celery include Tomatoes, Cabbage, Beans, Leeks, Cauliflower. Avoid planting Celery near Corn, Aster flowers.

How long does Celery take to harvest?

Celery takes approximately 100 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 13b, expect your first harvest around Mar 27.

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