Mary Washington - Asparagus Seeds

Start seed indoors 10–12 weeks before your average last spring frost. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 70–75°F, and seeds may take 14-35 days to sprout. Transplant outdoors in spring after danger of hard frost has passed. Set plants in trenches about 4–6” deep, gradually filling in soil as shoots grow. When started from seed, asparagus usually requires 2–3 years before harvest begins. Do not harvest heavily too early, as young plants need time to build strong crowns. Asparagus is a long-lived perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Established plants can remain productive for many years.

Scientific name: asparagus officinalis
Days to maturity: 730-1095
Seed depth: 1/2"
Days to sprout: 14-35
Plant spacing: 12-18"
Row spacing: 4-5'
Light requirements: Full Sun
Plant height: 4-5'
Life cycle: Perennial
Frost hardy: Yes