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When to plant asparagus in Adelaide

Adelaide sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Adelaide's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the asparagus window:

Sow

Transplant

March – April, September – October

Harvest

~24 months after sowing

Temperate zone tip

Sydney is marginal; Adelaide and inland Perth do better. Plant crowns May to August.

Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June.

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Frequently asked questions

When can I plant asparagus in Adelaide?

In Adelaide (temperate zone), transplant seedlings March – April, September – October. Expect to harvest roughly 24 months after sowing.

Can you grow asparagus in Adelaide?

Yes — asparagus grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Sydney is marginal; Adelaide and inland Perth do better. Plant crowns May to August.