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14-28 days
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Asparagus Seed Starter Grow Kit
BOTANICAL NAMEAsparagus officinalis
USD 14.99
100 in stock
Asparagus is a perennial luxury — plant once and harvest tender spears each spring for years to come.
GERMINATION14-28 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)
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Light02
Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)
Temperature03
70-80F
Hardiness04
USDA Zones 3-8 (Outdoor); All Zones (Indoor)
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Asparagus care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Asparagus officinalis
- Common names
- Garden Asparagus
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Genus
- Asparagus
- Species
- A. officinalis
Start growing
Patient crop; 2-3 years to production. Alkaline soil.
Growing with your kit
Start crowns or seeds in Seeds In A Cup® then move to deep bed.
Propagation
Crown division or seeds.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Emerges in spring; berries form in summer.
Growing conditions
Maritime coasts, riverbanks.
Weather & tolerances
Salt tolerant; needs winter dormancy.
Pests & plant health
Asparagus beetles. Clear dead foliage.
Plant safety
Shoots safe; red berries are toxic.
Botanical features
Perennial from underground crown; edible young shoots (spears).
Varieties
‘Mary Washington’, ‘Jersey Knight’.
Garden & everyday uses
Spring vegetable
Native range & distribution
Europe, Northern Africa, Western Asia.
Conservation
Least concern.
Name origins
Greek ‘asparagos’, meaning sprout.
History
Prized by ancient Egyptians; royal French favorite.
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How do I grow Asparagus from seed?
Moisten the included soil, sow your Asparagus seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.
How long do Asparagus seeds take to germinate?
Asparagus seeds typically sprout in 14-28 days at 70-80F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.
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