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Tango
Celery in the US

A cracking, reliable performer that brings a good crunch to your plate. Its vigorous growth makes it a solid choice for those looking for a dependable maincrop.

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Sow window for Celery generally, zone 6.

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How to grow it

Right then, starting celery from seed is where the challenge often begins. The seeds are tiny, so you want to sow them thinly, just barely covered with a sprinkle of fine compost, indoors, usually around 60-70°F (15-21°C). My GrowMore CookMore app shows timing for zones 5-7, but you'll need to adjust for your local climate; for example, folks in zone 3 might sow May-June, while those in zone 9 could start as early as January or as late as October for a later crop. It takes about 100 days from sowing to harvest, so an early start is key. You won't find many plug plants of celery, so it's best to grow your own from seed.

Once your seedlings have a couple of true leaves, they'll need pricking out into individual pots. Handle them gently, they're a bit delicate. Keep them watered and once they're sturdy enough, usually 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) tall, it's time to harden them off properly for a week or two. Don't rush this bit, you know. Plant them out after all danger of last frost has passed, spacing them about 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) apart in rich soil. They do quite well in large containers too, if you're short on space.

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Tony C Smith
Tony C Smith

Allotment keeper in the North East of England, the voice behind the Tony C Smith YouTube channel, and the gardener who built GrowMore CookMore. Club numbers on this page update as members log their plots. Last updated 3 September 2026.