Growing Asparagus

Aspargus officianalis : Asparagaceae / the asparagus family

Jan F M A M J J A S O N Dec
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        T              

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

  • S = Plant undercover in seed trays
  • T = Plant out (transplant) seedlings
  • Easy to grow. Plant as crowns. Best planted at soil temperatures between 16°C and 30°C. (Show °F/in)
  • Space plants: 20 - 40 cm apart
  • Harvest in 2-3 years. Plant 'crowns' to harvest earlier .
  • Compatible with (can grow beside): Parsley, Basil, Nasturtiums, Lettuce
  • Avoid growing close to: Garlic, Onions, and root vegetables

Your comments and tips

05 Oct 16, Carmela (Australia - arid climate)
Which is correct, that male asparagus spears are fatter than female ones or the other way about? Thank you.
03 Jul 16, carly (Australia - temperate climate)
Hi Ruth, If you are still looking at asparagus crowns, The Diggers Club in Dromana has them. We were there last weekend and they had 3 varieties of crowns- Fat Bastard, Purple and Mary Washington. They do post also. Carly
09 Jun 16, Andrea Meintjes (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can I purchase asparagus plants in the Pretoria area
22 May 16, gail gous (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I would like to buy a few asparagus plants. Could you tell me where i can buy some. Regards Gail
14 May 16, Anne (Australia - temperate climate)
I was given some asparagus ferns by our neighbour some months ago and want to plant them in the garden. They are about 8 inches tall. Can i plant them now? What are the soil requirements?
26 Apr 16, Kobus (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can I buy asparagus crowns in Pretoria erea?
19 Apr 16, angela bradshaw (USA - Zone 10b climate)
is there any variety of asparagus that will grow in USA zone 10B?
19 Apr 16, Sara raw (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can I get asparagus to plant in kwa Zulu natal. Hillcrest area
17 Apr 16, willem pretorius (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Please could you tell me if asparagus will grow in the harrismith area with it's extremely cold winters. Thanks.
14 Sep 16, Ivan van der Merwe (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi Sir, firstly I live in Memel 98km East from Harry Smith and my asparagus does very well. I feel if you speak to the owner of the nursery next to the Spar he might be able to assist with plants. I have some 40 plants in my garden, all started from 4 plants. Enjoy your rewarding plants. They love the cold weather. And also seed well once they establish themselves. DO NOT BE IN A HURRY. Plant them away from the traffic even as an unusual garden separator. Do remember the bush can grow up to 1Meter high and some what wide. When it dies down leave it standing to almost the end of winter then cut them off and use for your compost. Enjoy the new venture. You are welcome to contact me.
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