When to Plant Asparagus in Zone 7
In USDA zone 7a, plant outdoors April 15 to April 22, and expect your first harvest around April 22. (7a shown here — see 7a and 7b dates separately below.)
Asparagus planting calendar for USDA Zone 7a
Average last spring frost
April 15
Average first fall frost
October 20
Direct sow
Apr 15
Projected first harvest
Apr 22
Most asparagus mature in about 7 days, needing roughly 188 frost-free days in zone 7a.
Asparagus planting calendar for USDA Zone 7b
Average last spring frost
April 10
Average first fall frost
October 30
Direct sow
Apr 10
Projected first harvest
Apr 17
Most asparagus mature in about 7 days, needing roughly 203 frost-free days in zone 7b.
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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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