When to plant Celery in Grant County, KS
For Celery in Grant County, the safe spring window opens around April 7 and closes around April 28. Last expected frost is April 21, first fall frost October 17, giving a 179-day growing season. A second sowing from August 8 to August 22 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Celery in Grant County, KS
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.
Grant County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 21 and the first fall frost is October 17, giving you a growing season of approximately 179 days.
At an elevation of 1,096 feet, Grant County receives approximately 25.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 85°F, providing good warmth for Celery during the growing season.
Grant County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Celery Planting Timeline — Grant County, KS
Celery Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 17 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 21 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Direct Sow | April 7 | Apr 7 – Apr 28 |
| Harvest | July 14 | Jul 14 – Sep 8 |
| Fall Sowing | August 8 | Aug 8 – Aug 22 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing 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
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
179 days in Grant County
Growing Tips for Grant 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Celery in Grant County, KS?
Grant County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 21. Plan your Celery planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Grant County, KS?
Grant County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 21 and first fall frost is October 17.
When should I plant Celery in Grant County, KS?
In Grant County, KS, plant Celery after the last frost (around April 21) and before the first frost (around October 17). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Grant County, KS for Celery?
Grant County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Celery grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Celery grow in Grant County's climate?
Yes — Celery grows well in Grant County's temperate climate. Grant County averages a 179-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 21 and first frost around October 17.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Grant County (Zone 6b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.