Growing Asparagus

Aspargus officianalis : Asparagaceae / the asparagus family

Jan F M A M J J A S O N Dec
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        T              

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

  • S = Plant undercover in seed trays
  • T = Plant out (transplant) seedlings
  • 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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06 Jan 14, Tanisha (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
I planted my asparagus seeds in oct/nov last year in a tuna tin with a clingwrap cover, creating a greenhouse almost. I have now planted them outdoors in planters, and they have shot up. I do think growing from seeds take a while, however, I'm quite content to wait. It seems like its quite a rewarding plant to wait for :)
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25 Dec 13, Basheer (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
I bought my plant from Jungle Garden Nursery, Durban.
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10 Nov 13, j power (South Africa - Humid sub-tropical climate)
Where can I buy crowns in KZN
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11 Oct 13, Petro (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
Were can I buy asparagus roots or crowns in Gauteng or Pretoria or even in Bela-Bela (warmbath)
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07 Oct 13, Craig Smith (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
looking for crowns as root stock , where can I get.. looking for a source of plant material, Tnx , Craig
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24 Sep 13, peter dick (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
were do you buy roots or crowns in gauteng
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23 Aug 13, Ingrid (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can I buy Asparagus crowns in JHB?
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28 Jul 13, ronnie mynhardt (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
jes i would like to plant a few in my garden on a small holding close to zeerust in north west.Need a few seed --Thanks Ronnie
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25 Jun 13, Gerrit Botha (South Africa - Dry summer sub-tropical climate)
I live in the Western Cape. Our area is excellent for fruit. Will asparagus do well here? Any suggestions ?
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24 May 13, tinashe (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can l get asparagus plant
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