Basics
- Ease of Growing
- Moderate
- Grown as
- Perennial
- Growing Habit
- -
- Hardiness
- Hardy
Asparagus doesn't like very hot humid areas or very mild winters.
- Crops
- Spring Transplant, Spring
- Growing Season
- Short, Long
- Cultivar Type
- -
- Growing Conditions
- Cold, Cool, Warm
Asparagus likes a sunny spot. It can take some light shade, but won't be as productive. These plants should be sheltered from strong winds and should be planted well away from large trees or shrubs, with their vigorous feeder roots.
- Outdoor Growing Temp
- 45°F - 85°F
- Min Outdoor Soil Temp
- 45°F
Asparagus can be planted out in early spring, as soon as the soil is in workable condition. However there is no rush, as it will take up to three years before you get a good harvest. Some people say late spring (after all danger of frost is passed) is actually better, as the plants grow faster in the warmer soil and there is less danger of rot.
- Start Indoors
- Yes
- Start Outdoors
- Yes
- Light
- Sun: min. 6 hours daily (Cold, Cool, Warm)
Give the plants full sun and shelter from strong winds. Keep them well away from large trees and shrubs and their hungry roots.
- Water
- Moderate
The plants are fairly drought tolerant, but produce better if watered regularly. This is particularly important for young plants. Water deeply but infrequently to encourage deep rooting.
- Feeder
- Moderate
Asparagus is a fairly hungry plant and responds well to additional nutrients.
- Suitability
- Drought tolerant, Tolerates light frost, Tolerates hard frost, Partial shade, Needs lots of space
- Small Gardens?
- No
- Containers?
- No-
- Attracts beneficial insects?
- No
- Color
- Green with purple tips
- Fruit Size
- 6.0 - 9.0"
- Plant Height
- 48.0 - 60.0"
- Plant Diameter
- 12.0 - 36.0"
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-9
- Disease Resistance
- -
- Taste Profile
Sweet, mild, nutty and delicate; more tender than green asparagus. Will turn green when cooked.
- Rotation Group
- Perennial