Asparagus Planting Guide
Asparagus is a long-lived perennial vegetable that produces tender spears each spring for 15-20 years once established. It requires patience but rewards with reliable harvests.
Asparagus officinalis · Vegetable · Asparagaceae family · 730–1095 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Asparagus?
Asparagus Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Asparagus planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3a | — | — | May 29 | — |
| Zone 3b | — | — | May 24 | — |
| Zone 4a | — | — | May 20 | — |
| Zone 4b | — | — | May 15 | — |
| Zone 5a | — | — | May 9 | — |
| Zone 5b | — | — | May 2 | — |
| Zone 6a | — | — | Apr 24 | — |
| Zone 6b | — | — | Apr 17 | — |
| Zone 7a | — | — | Apr 8 | — |
| Zone 7b | — | — | Apr 1 | — |
| Zone 8a | — | — | Mar 22 | — |
| Zone 8b | — | — | Mar 11 | — |
| Zone 9a | — | — | Feb 24 | — |
| Zone 9b | — | — | Feb 8 | — |
| Zone 10a | — | — | Jan 15 | — |
| Zone 10b | — | — | Jan 15 | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3a – 10b
Growing Tips
Plant crowns in deep trenches with compost. Do not harvest spears for the first two years to allow root establishment. Mulch heavily to suppress weeds and retain moisture.
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Asparagus by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Asparagus?
Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) takes 730 to 1095 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Asparagus grow in?
Asparagus can be grown in USDA zones 3a through 10b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Asparagus need?
Growing Asparagus requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6.5 to 7.5.