Question

How to grow asparagus?

Answer 1

1. Soak seeds in water for up to 24 hours before sowing.
2. Sow seeds in moistened peat or seed-starting soil in flats or peat cups.
3. Once plants reach 12 inches in height, harden them off outdoors for a week.
4. After the last spring frost, transplant the young plants to a temporary garden bed.

Answer 2

To grow asparagus, you can follow these steps:

1. Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil, as asparagus thrives in full sun and needs good drainage.
2. Prepare the soil by adding compost or well-rotted manure to improve fertility.
3. Plant asparagus crowns (1-year-old roots) in trenches about 12-18 inches deep and 12-18 inches wide.
4. Space the crowns about 12-18 inches apart in the trench.
5. Cover the crowns with 2 inches of soil and gradually fill in the trench as the plants grow.
6. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
7. Mulch around the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
8. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and fall.
9. Harvest asparagus spears when they are 6-8 inches tall by cutting them at soil level, but avoid harvesting in the first year to allow the plants to establish.

By following these steps, you can successfully grow asparagus in your garden.