When to Plant Celeriac in Kimball County, NE
Celeriac is a celery relative grown for its knobby, flavorful root rather than its stalks. It has a rich celery flavor and is excellent roasted, mashed, or in soups.
Kimball County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and the first fall frost is October 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 143 days.
At an elevation of 920 feet, Kimball County receives approximately 20.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Celeriac to ensure they mature before fall.
Kimball County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.8-7.9
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Soil Compatibility in Kimball County
How your county's soil matches Celeriac's growing requirements.
Soil pH
Your soil pH (6.8–7.9) is more alkaline than Celeriac prefers (6.0–7.0). Add sulfur or peat moss to lower pH.
Soil Texture
The loam soil in Kimball County is excellent for Celeriac — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.
Organic Matter
Organic matter is excellent (4.3%) — Celeriac will thrive.
How to Plant Celeriac
Fall planting: Sow 12 weeks before your first frost date for a fall harvest.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 8/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Celeriac Planting Timeline — Kimball County, NE
Celeriac Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 31 | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 12 | May 12 – May 26 |
| Direct Sow | May 5 | May 5 – May 26 |
| Fall Sowing | July 10 | Jul 10 – Jul 24 |
| Harvest | August 25 | Aug 25 – Sep 29 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Fall Sowing |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
0.9"/week · 1-2 times/week
📅 Days to Maturity
100–120 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: too_alkaline
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 4b
📆 Growing Season
143 days in Kimball County
Growing Tips for Celeriac in Kimball County
Direct sow Celeriac outdoors after May 12 in Kimball County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.
Common pests for Celeriac in this region include carrot rust fly and parsleyworm. Use row covers early in the season and inspect plants weekly.
Kimball County receives only 20" of rain annually. Celeriac needs consistent moisture — install drip irrigation or water deeply 2-3 times per week.
General growing tips
Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Remove side roots as they develop to encourage a single large bulb. Harvest after a light frost for best flavor.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celeriac in Kimball County, NE?
Kimball County is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 12. Plan your Celeriac planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Kimball County, NE?
Kimball County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and first fall frost is October 2.
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