Growing Celeriac

Apium sp. : Apiaceae / the umbelliferae family

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
		S
				T
				P

(Best months for growing Celeriac in USA - Zone 5a regions)

S = Plant undercover in seed trays
T = Plant out (transplant) seedlings
P = Sow seed

Grow in seed trays, and plant out in 4-6 weeks. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 46°F and 70°F. (Show °C/cm)
Space plants: 18 - 31 inches apart
Harvest in 14-28 weeks.
Compatible with (can grow beside): Beans, brassicas, carrots, leeks, lettuce, peas, sage, tomatoes, onions

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01 Dec 18, Lynn Lawler (USA - Zone 9b climate): Hi! I live on the east coast of Central Florida and would like to be able to grow celeriac seems to do really well here, so does anyone know if I can grow celriac? Also, do you know if it can be regrown for the seeds?
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21 Jan 22, Drew (USA - Zone 9b climate): Yes, I live also on the east coast near Titusville and I grew really big, beautiful celeriac, from seed, organically, in a raised bed last year. I plan to put it in again this week (late Jan). They take what seems like forever to bulb up. But patience is your friend. Good luck!
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29 Nov 17, Beate (USA - Zone 8b climate): I want to grow some Celeriac and wonder if the southern heat in the summer will affect its growth. I live in Columbus Georgia and celeriac is not known down here. Also, if I sow in January, will the frost affect it?
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29 Dec 17, Donna (USA - Zone 8b climate): Being as Celeriac is a root crop, it can easily handle Winters in Georgia, IMO. I live in Port Angeles, WA, and I grow Celeriac all year around. However, I do use about 4" of Alder wood chips. Works great at keeping everything nice and cozy. :-)
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18 Jan 18, Andi (USA - Zone 8b climate): Hi PA -Donna, I'm in Sequim!! Do you start from seed? No greenhouse here...just raised beds.
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18 Sep 17, Cynthia (USA - Zone 8b climate): I peel and grate the celeriac in then sautee in a skillet for a replacement of potato hash browns.
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18 Sep 17, John Hann (New Zealand - cool/mountain climate): I have trouble with germination in seed trays.Any tips ? Much appreciated.Thanks P.S I have a hothouse
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16 Mar 17, Jan (New Zealand - cool/mountain climate): How do you know when the celeriac is ready to harvest?
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17 Mar 17, John (Australia - temperate climate): Harvest celeriac when the stem is 75-100 mm (3-4") across or before a heavy frost is likely.
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16 Jan 17, Ruth Newbury-Swash (New Zealand - temperate climate): Would like to try growing celeriac, I live on the Whangaparaoa Pen., Auckland, wonder if it would grow here or if wrong climate? Also, if ok, which variety would grow best here.....am trying to lose weight and read celeriace chips better diet option than potatoes? Many thanks, Ruth.
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Being as Celeriac is a root crop, it can easily handle Winters in Georgia, IMO. I live in Port Angeles, WA, and I grow Celeriac all year around. However, I do use about 4" of Alder wood chips. Works great at keeping everything nice and cozy. :-)

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