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When to Plant Asparagus in Coweta County, GA

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.

Coweta County, Georgia is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 23 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 228 days.

At an elevation of 264 feet, Coweta County receives approximately 48.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Asparagus during the growing season. Clay soil retains moisture well for Asparagus, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot.

Coweta County, GA (Zone 7b) Long season
228 days
Last Spring Frost March 23
228 growing days
First Fall Frost November 6

Coweta County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay Loam

Soil pH

5.8-6.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Mar 29
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 6
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 25

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.9″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 220 gal / 100 sq ft
Asparagus needs ~16,653 GDD — county provides 4,161 GDD May not mature

Asparagus Planting Timeline โ€” Coweta County, GA

Asparagus Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 6 Apr 6 โ€“ Apr 20

Plant 1" deep ยท 30" apart ยท Rows 42" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Transplant Outdoors
May โ€”
June โ€”
July โ€”
August โ€”
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November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

730โ€“1095 days

Soil pH

6.5 โ€“ 7.5

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

228 days

Growing Tips for Coweta County

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.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Garlic
  • Onion

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Asparagus in Coweta County, GA?

Coweta County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 23. Plan your Asparagus planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Coweta County, GA?

Coweta County, Georgia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 23 and first fall frost is November 6.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Coweta County, GA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.