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When to plant Celery in Harvey County, KS

For Celery in Harvey County, the safe spring window opens around April 1 and closes around April 22. Last expected frost is April 15, first fall frost October 24, giving a 192-day growing season. A second sowing from August 15 to August 29 extends the harvest into fall.

When to Plant Celery in Harvey County, KS

Celery

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.

Harvey County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 192 days.

At an elevation of 872 feet, Harvey County receives approximately 23.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Celery during the growing season.

Harvey County, KS (Zone 6b) Moderate season
192 days
Last Spring Frost April 15
192 growing days
First Fall Frost October 24

Harvey County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Celery Planting Timeline — Harvey County, KS

Celery Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 11 Mar 11 – Mar 25
Transplant Outdoors April 15 Apr 15 – Apr 29
Direct Sow April 1 Apr 1 – Apr 22
Harvest July 8 Jul 8 – Sep 2
Fall Sowing August 15 Aug 15 – Aug 29

Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Start Indoors
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May
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

192 days in Harvey County

Growing Tips for Harvey 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 Harvey County, KS?

Harvey County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Celery planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Harvey County, KS?

Harvey County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 24.

When should I plant Celery in Harvey County, KS?

In Harvey County, KS, plant Celery after the last frost (around April 15) and before the first frost (around October 24). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Harvey County, KS for Celery?

Harvey 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 Harvey County's climate?

Yes — Celery grows well in Harvey County's temperate climate. Harvey County averages a 192-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 15 and first frost around October 24.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Harvey County, KS. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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