Growing Asparagus

Aspargus officianalis : Asparagaceae / the asparagus family

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

(Best months for growing Asparagus in New Zealand - cool/mountain regions)

  • P = Plant crowns
  • Easy to grow. Plant as crowns. Best planted at soil temperatures between 16°C and 30°C. (Show °F/in)
  • Space plants: 20 - 40 cm 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

Your comments and tips

09 Dec 23, Mikel Streppel (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi Johnny, are you Johnny Meinert, giude of Springbok Tours? If Not, delete it.
22 Jun 12, barbara (USA - Zone 8b climate)
I actually live in Uruguay, S.America which has a temperate climate much like the south east US but not as cold. I planted some asparagus seeds last year into earth boxes and would like to know if I should plant them in their permanent bed this spring or wait another year. The ferns are beginning to turn brown and I've left them to nourish the roots. Any advice would be appreciated.
02 Sep 12, alice cooper (Australia - temperate climate)
where does asparagus like to grow best full sun ,part sun and do they need to be protected from frost.
11 Sep 12, David (Australia - temperate climate)
I have just trimmed my ferny Aspagus which I now see is probably too early. There didnt seem to be anything but ferny growth. When does the crop grow? Will my crop grow although I seem to have trimmed too early. Thanks for your help
20 Sep 12, Marie casey (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
would i be able to grow asparagus in the sandy region about 50ks from frazer island .would i need to build up the soil or would that sandy soil suit.
13 Oct 12, Peter Fordyce (South Africa - Semi-arid climate)
What is the minimum temperature that asparagus is able to survive? It is grown in places like Bethlehem, Ficksburg and Gumtree where heavy frosts are common. Am considering planting in Nieu Bethesda where snow is regular. Thank you Peter Fordyce
22 Oct 12, Suzannah (Australia - temperate climate)
Should I cut off the tough ferny growth which is coming up now along with thick spears, or dig up those plants? Will they ever have good spears?
30 Oct 12, Jannes Fritze (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Where can i buy Asparagus crowns from?.
22 Dec 12, JJ van Rensburg (South Africa - Summer rainfall climate)
Hi Jannes Most nurseries can order Asparagus plants in for you. Where in South Africa are you - maybe we can be of assistance at Garden World in Muldersdrift.
21 Nov 12, Jen (Australia - cool/mountain climate)
Hi there, I have purchased and planted out 5 A crowns, but only 4 have produced A shoots, one has not produced anything? Any ideas? Jen
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I got an asparagus plant last year at a local farmers market, I put it in the ground and just left it. Well this year I have my first lot of spears.. and they are yummo...asparagus require little maintenance and a whole heap of patience!!

- Teash

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