Jersey Giant · Asparagus
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Oct 23rd |
| Last Frost | Jan 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Dec 18th |
| Harvest Begins | Dec 18th |
| Harvest Ends | Dec 31st |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 50°F
and nights stay above 35°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 7 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 730 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Perennial_Crown |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 35 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Expert Note: Grow asparagus as a long-lived bed: keep new crowns weed-free and harvest lightly in year 3 (none in year 1–2) for strongest long-term spear production.