When to Plant Celery in Ramsey County, ND
Celery is a marshland plant that requires consistent moisture and cool temperatures to produce crisp, flavorful stalks. It is a rewarding but demanding garden crop.
Ramsey County, North Dakota is in USDA Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is September 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 134 days.
At an elevation of 649 feet, Ramsey County receives approximately 24.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Celery to ensure they mature before fall.
Ramsey County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.5-7.2
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.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Celery Planting Timeline — Ramsey County, ND
Celery Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 1 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 13 | May 13 – May 27 |
| Direct Sow | May 6 | May 6 – May 27 |
| Fall Sowing | July 2 | Jul 2 – Jul 16 |
| Harvest | August 5 | Aug 5 – Sep 16 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| 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
High — keep soil consistently moist
Days to Maturity
80–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 3b
Growing Season
134 days
Growing Tips for Ramsey County
Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Keep soil consistently moist and never let it dry out. Blanch stalks by mounding soil or using collars for milder flavor.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celery in Ramsey County, ND?
Ramsey County is in Zone 3b with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Celery planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Ramsey County, ND?
Ramsey County, North Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is September 24.
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