When to Plant Asparagus in Zone 10
In USDA zone 10a, plant outdoors January 30 to February 6, and expect your first harvest around February 6. (10a shown here — see 10a and 10b dates separately below.)
Asparagus planting calendar for USDA Zone 10a
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Direct sow
Jan 30
Projected first harvest
Feb 6
Most asparagus mature in about 7 days, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10a.
Asparagus planting calendar for USDA Zone 10b
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Direct sow
Jan 30
Projected first harvest
Feb 6
Most asparagus mature in about 7 days, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10b.
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Varieties to grow
3 varieties of asparagus in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with asparagus
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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