Growing asparagus in raised beds

Most of today's asparagus crowns need to be planted six-inches deep. To plant them in a raised bed, just fill the bed with six inches of soil (half way, if your bed is a foot deep). Then, lay the crowns a foot apart, and spread the roots out around them, like you see here.

Does asparagus do well in raised beds?
How big of a raised bed do I need for asparagus?
How deep should an asparagus bed be?
How do you prepare a raised bed for asparagus?
What can you not plant near asparagus?
Does asparagus multiply?
Do asparagus plants spread?
How much asparagus do you get from one plant?
Does asparagus have deep roots?
Why are my asparagus spears so thin?
What month do you plant asparagus?
Can I grow asparagus from store bought asparagus?

Does asparagus do well in raised beds?

By planting the asparagus crowns in a raised bed with a soil mix that includes loamy, organic matter, you can ensure good drainage. Another reason to plant asparagus in a raised bed is because it is a perennial crop and can remain productive for 10 to 12 years.

How big of a raised bed do I need for asparagus?

Make beds at least 12 inches tall. This height allows for enough soil to accommodate plants. Asparagus thrives in a deep nutrient-rich soil. Take time preparing the raised bed as once prepared properly this perennial vegetable can grow in the ground level for 10 to 20 years without a problem.

How deep should an asparagus bed be?

Asparagus crowns are usually available just once a year in early spring. So plan accordingly. Once the bed is weed-free, dig a trench about 12" deep and a foot wide. The crowns should be planted at 18" intervals in the bed, so put a shovel of compost and a cup of all-purpose, organic fertilizer in the trench every 18".

How do you prepare a raised bed for asparagus?

On heavy soils consider creating raised beds. A pH of 6.5-7.5 is ideal, so more acidic soils may need liming. Clear the ground of perennial weeds and incorporate at least one bucketful of organic matter such as garden compost or well-rotted farmyard manure every square metre (yard).

What can you not plant near asparagus?

There are two main crops to avoid growing alongside asparagus: Alliums. Alliums like leeks, garlic, and onion sharing the soil with asparagus are said to stunt its growth. That doesn't mean you have to choose between them: Just plant any alliums a good distance away from asparagus beds and they'll be fine.

Does asparagus multiply?

Asparagus plants are long-lived and vigorous. When asparagus plants are growing in a sunny site with good drainage, proper irrigation, and adequate nutrients, the plants multiply and become crowded over time. A mature stand of asparagus plants produces spears over several weeks, and even up to eight weeks.

Do asparagus plants spread?

Remember, asparagus roots will spread over time but diminish in production. Divide them every three years or so for a non-stop harvest year after year.

How much asparagus do you get from one plant?

Each plant yields about 1/2 pound of asparagus spears each harvest.

Does asparagus have deep roots?

--Asparagus is a perennial plant with a very extensive root system, which arises from a thick rootstock which grows from year to year. The primary root is only a few inches long and is short lived.

Why are my asparagus spears so thin?

Thin asparagus spears appear for a number of reasons, but the root cause is ultimately the same: the asparagus crown lacks the rigor to create bigger shoots. ... Improper Feeding – Asparagus are somewhat heavy feeders and need all the food they can get in order to build strong spears the following year.

What month do you plant asparagus?

Plant asparagus in spring or fall in a sunny spot with nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Asparagus takes a few seasons to mature but will reap a harvest for 15 to 30 years, so choose a planting location that will go undisturbed for a long time.

Can I grow asparagus from store bought asparagus?

Nope, the spears cannot produce roots or new shoots. Asparagus is produced by seeds or by crowns.