When to Plant Asparagus in Indiana
In a typical Indiana location, plant outdoors Mar 25 – Apr 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 1 in Evansville and as late as Apr 4 in Auburn.
Perennial; plant crowns 2-4 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked. Takes 2-3 years to full production.
Asparagus Planting Dates by City
| City | Plant outdoors |
|---|---|
| Indianapolis | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Fort Wayne | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Evansville | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| South Bend | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Carmel | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Bloomington | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Hammond | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Gary | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Fishers | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Lafayette | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Muncie | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Terre Haute | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Noblesville | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Kokomo | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Greenwood | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Anderson | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Elkhart | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Mishawaka | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Lawrence | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Jeffersonville | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Columbus | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| West Lafayette | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Portage | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Westfield | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| New Albany | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Richmond | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Merrillville | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Goshen | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Valparaiso | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Michigan City | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 88 Indiana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Indiana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant asparagus in Indiana?
In a typical Indiana location, plant outdoors Mar 25 – Apr 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 1 in Evansville and as late as Apr 4 in Auburn.
When is the last frost in Indiana?
The average last spring frost in Indiana ranges from March 29 in Evansville to May 2 in Auburn, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do asparagus take to grow?
Asparagus typically take 730–1095 days from planting to harvest. Perennial; plant crowns 2-4 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked. Takes 2-3 years to full production.
Other Crops in Indiana
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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