The Perfect Way To Plant Asparagus – How To Grow Great Asparagus With Ease!
A plentiful crop can be enjoyed for years when you grow asparagus, and it can be a really satisfying experience. Here's a simple how-to for planting and producing delicious asparagus:
The ideal soil for asparagus is one that drains easily and has a pH of 7.0 to 8.0. To increase fertility and drainage, amend the soil with compost or old manure.
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Till the ground down to a depth of 12 to 15 inches. Clear away any rocks, plants, or rubbish. Add organic matter, like as compost, to improve the nutrients and soil structure.
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Typically, 1-year-old crowns—young, established plants—are used to grow asparagus. Compared to seeds, crowns are quicker to develop and are easier to plant.
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Plant crowns as soon as it's possible to work the soil, which is early spring. This typically occurs a few weeks ahead of the last anticipated frost.
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Create a trench that is 12 to 18 inches broad and 6 to 8 inches deep. In the trench, space the crowns 12–18 inches apart. After distributing the roots, cover them
Ten to twelve weeks prior to the final frost, start seeds indoors. Fill pots or seed trays with seed starting mix before sowing seeds.
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Transplant seedlings into the garden according to the instructions for crowns once they have produced two to three sets of true leaves and the weather is suitable.
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Make sure the soil is continuously damp but not soggy. Regular irrigation is necessary for asparagus, especially in arid climates.