Purple Passion · Asparagus
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | Mar 23rd |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Mar 23rd |
| Harvest Begins | Mar 23rd |
| Harvest Ends | Nov 12th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 55°F
and nights stay above 40°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 365 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: If starting from seed, grow crowns for a full season before harvesting—vigorous spears come from strong roots, not early picking.