When to plant Celery in Waseca County, MN
Waseca County's climate puts the Celery spring window between April 16 and May 7. time plantings around the expected last-frost window for best survival. A second sowing from July 28 to August 11 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Celery in Waseca County, MN
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.
Waseca County, Minnesota is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is April 30 and the first fall frost is October 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 159 days.
At an elevation of 1,346 feet, Waseca County receives approximately 34.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Celery to ensure they mature before fall.
Waseca County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Celery Planting Timeline — Waseca County, MN
Celery Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Direct Sow | April 16 | Apr 16 – May 7 |
| Harvest | July 23 | Jul 23 – Sep 17 |
| Fall Sowing | July 28 | Jul 28 – Aug 11 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Fall Sowing 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 5a
📆 Growing Season
159 days in Waseca County
Growing Tips for Waseca 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 Waseca County, MN?
Waseca County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of April 30. Plan your Celery planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Waseca County, MN?
Waseca County, Minnesota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is April 30 and first fall frost is October 6.
When should I plant Celery in Waseca County, MN?
In Waseca County, MN, plant Celery after the last frost (around April 30) and before the first frost (around October 6). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Waseca County, MN for Celery?
Waseca County sits in USDA Zone 5a. Celery grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Celery grow in Waseca County's climate?
Yes — Celery grows well in Waseca County's temperate climate. Waseca County averages a 159-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 30 and first frost around October 6.
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