Growing Asparagus

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(Best months for growing Asparagus in USA - Zone 5a regions)

Easy to grow. Plant as crowns. Best planted at soil temperatures between 61°F and 86°F. (Show °C/cm)
Space plants: 8 - 16 inches apart
Harvest in 2-3 years. Plant 'crowns' to harvest earlier .
Compatible with (can grow beside): Parsley, Basil, Nasturtiums, Lettuce
Avoid growing close to: Garlic, Onions, and root vegetables

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15 Jan 14, Debbie Schwitzer (USA - Zone 7a climate): I planted 3 yr old crowns that I bought online ( have done this in two homes in same county) and they have come up sparsely every year. They have spread slightly and most of the spears have gotten smaller in diameter. I believe I did not pick the best site for them so I am digging them up this month and replanting them next month in better area. Since they do grow consistently every year with little to no care where they are, I figure a better site would have them producing at least enough for one meal for 2 people!
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20 Sep 10, Natalie (USA - Zone 8b climate): Love to roast them in the oven, lightly tossed with olive oil and sprinkled with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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How do I start asparagus from seed in the fall? Do I sow directly into the ground or start indoors? Zone 7b Thank you!

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