When to Plant Asparagus in Summit County, UT
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.
Summit County, Utah is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is June 10 and the first fall frost is September 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 94 days.
At an elevation of 8,145 feet, Summit County receives approximately 24.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Asparagus during the growing season.
Summit County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.4-8.3
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
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.
Soil Compatibility in Summit County
How your county's soil matches Asparagus's growing requirements.
Soil pH
Your soil pH (6.4–8.3) overlaps with Asparagus's range (6.5–7.5), though not a perfect match.
Soil Texture
The loam soil in Summit County is excellent for Asparagus — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.
Organic Matter
Organic matter is moderate (2.3%). Annual compost additions will help Asparagus.
How to Plant Asparagus
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 8/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Asparagus Planting Timeline — Summit County, UT
Asparagus Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | June 24 | Jun 24 – Jul 8 |
Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | — |
| June | Transplant Outdoors |
| July | Transplant Outdoors |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
0.8"/week · Natural rainfall sufficient
📅 Days to Maturity
730–1095 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6.5–7.5 · Your soil: acceptable
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5a
📆 Growing Season
94 days in Summit County
Growing Tips for Asparagus in Summit County
Direct sow Asparagus outdoors after June 10 in Summit County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.
Your 94.0-day growing season in Summit County is tight for Asparagus (730.0-1095.0 days to maturity). Start indoors and choose early-maturing varieties.
General 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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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Asparagus in Summit County, UT?
Summit County is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of June 10. Plan your Asparagus planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Summit County, UT?
Summit County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is June 10 and first fall frost is September 12.
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