Celery - Tall Utah 52-70 (seeds)
Tall Utah is a crisp, stringless green celery variety with tightly folded hearts and broad, thick, well-rounded stalks. It’s known for its vigorous growth without becoming flimsy, making it a popular choice for late-season use.
Key Characteristics of Tall Utah Celery
Flavor
Bold, sweet, and crunchy.
Growing Habit
Biennial (meaning it completes its life cycle over two years).
Days to Maturity
Spring/Summer: 70-125 days
Fall/Winter: 80-125 days
Hardiness
Half-hardy (tolerates light frost).
Growing Conditions
Outdoor Growing Temperature: 40°F - 80°F
Minimum Outdoor Soil Temperature: 50°F
Start Indoors: Yes
Start Outdoors: Yes
Light Requirements: Sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
Water Needs: High
Feeder: Heavy
Plant Size:
Height: 18.0 - 24.0 inches
Diameter: 8.0 - 12.0 inches
Hardiness Zone: 5-10
Disease Resistance: Tall Utah Celery is generally hardy and resistant to common celery diseases.
Rotation Group: Plant it alongside other leafy greens and brassicas in your garden.
If you’re looking to grow celery with thick stalks and a rich, nutty flavor, Tall Utah is an excellent choice!