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When to Plant Asparagus in Haskell County, TX

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.

Haskell County, Texas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 26 and the first fall frost is November 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 230 days.

At an elevation of 3,062 feet, Haskell County receives approximately 54.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Asparagus during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Asparagus root diseases.

Haskell County, TX (Zone 7b) Long season
230 days
Last Spring Frost March 26
230 growing days
First Fall Frost November 11

Haskell County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.4-7.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 2
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 9
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 29

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
1.0″/week
You supply
0.3″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 613 gal / 100 sq ft
Asparagus needs ~16,653 GDD — county provides 4,197 GDD May not mature

Asparagus Planting Timeline โ€” Haskell County, TX

Asparagus Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 9 Apr 9 โ€“ Apr 23

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€”
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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

230 days

Growing Tips for Haskell 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 Haskell County, TX?

Haskell County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 26. Plan your Asparagus planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Haskell County, TX?

Haskell County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 26 and first fall frost is November 11.

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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 Haskell County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.