When to Plant Celery in Parker County, TX
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.
Parker County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 18 and the first fall frost is November 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 239 days.
At an elevation of 4,469 feet, Parker County receives approximately 60.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Celery during the growing season. Clay soil retains moisture well for Celery, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Celery root diseases.
Parker County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Clay
Soil pH
7.1-8.4
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
Celery Planting Timeline — Parker County, TX
Celery Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 11 | Feb 11 – Feb 25 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Direct Sow | March 4 | Mar 4 – Mar 25 |
| Fall Sowing | September 3 | Sep 3 – Sep 17 |
| Harvest | June 10 | Jun 10 – Aug 5 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| 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 7b
Growing Season
239 days
Growing Tips for Parker 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celery in Parker County, TX?
Parker County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 18. Plan your Celery planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Parker County, TX?
Parker County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 18 and first fall frost is November 12.
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