When to Plant Celery in Zone 10
Apium graveolens
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 10 Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
Dec 30
6–8 weeks before transplant
Transplant Out
Feb 17
After last frost (Feb 10)
First Harvest
May 30
85–120 days after planting
Season Ends
Aug 3
Before first frost (Dec 10)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧💧 High
Spacing
10 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.125 inch
Min Soil Temp
50°F
Germination
14–21 days
Days to Maturity
85–120 days
Frost Tolerance
Light frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.0
Difficulty
Hard
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Celery Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | Apr 3 | May 22 | — | Sep 1 | Sep 12 |
| Zone 4 | Mar 29 | May 17 | — | Aug 27 | Sep 22 |
| Zone 5 | Mar 19 | May 7 | — | Aug 17 | Oct 2 |
| Zone 6 | Mar 4 | Apr 22 | — | Aug 2 | Oct 6 |
| Zone 7 | Feb 22 | Apr 12 | — | Jul 23 | Sep 26 |
| Zone 8 | Feb 6 | Mar 27 | — | Jul 7 | Sep 10 |
| Zone 9 | Jan 17 | Mar 7 | — | Jun 17 | Aug 21 |
| Zone 10 | Dec 30 | Feb 17 | — | May 30 | Aug 3 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.