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When to plant asparagus in Zone 6a
In Zone 6a, direct-sow around March 30 – April 13.
Your asparagus timeline — Zone 6a
| Direct-sow | March 30 – April 13 |
|---|---|
| Zone 6a last frost | ~04/30 |
| Zone 6a first frost | ~10/15 |
Plant crowns about 3–4 weeks before the average last frost. [src]Cited: Johnny's Selected Seeds — Asparagus Key Growing Information
Dates computed from Zone 6a's median NOAA frost normals and the cited rule. Your town may differ by a week or two — check your exact ZIP.
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Last verified 2026-07-17. Frost: NOAA NCEI 1991–2020. Zone: USDA 2023. Rule: Johnny's Selected Seeds — Asparagus Key Growing Information.