Days to maturity: 100 - 120
Celery Tall Utah 52/70 Improved
Apium graveolens dulce
Tall Utah 52/70 Improved is taller and greener than the original variety. A better choice for short seasons; can be harvested at any stage. All celery grows best in climates with long, mild temperature seasons, but can be grown in most places with proper technique (see inside packet). Blanching is not necessary with this variety. This packet plants twelve 10 foot rows.
Days to Emerge: 15 - 30 days
Seed Depth: press into surface
Seed Spacing: a group of 5 seeds every 6"
Row Spacing: 1'
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6"
When to sow outside: Recommended for mild climates only, 1 to 2 weeks before average last frost.
When to start inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before average last frost for spring planting, or 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outdoors for fall crop. Start in pulp pots that go directly in the ground for minimal transplant shock. Plants may bolt if exposed to prolonged temperatures below 50° F, or extended heat.
Harvesting: Harvest stalks when they are at least 6" tall. Cut with sharp knife just below ground level.