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When to Plant Asparagus in Bronxville, New York (10708)

Location

Bronxville, New York

ZIP Code

10708

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Sunday, April 19, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, April 5, 2026 · Zone 7b

Pro tip: Start Asparagus seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Asparagus officinalis
Days to Maturity 730 days

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun

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Water

Regular

Seeds typically germinate in 8-21 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟡 Moderate
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Allow red berries to ripen fully on female plants in late summer/fall.

Processing

Mash berries to release seeds, rinse, dry flat for 2 weeks.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Asparagus is dioecious — only female plants produce berries. Male plants produce more spears, so save seed selectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Asparagus in Bronxville, New York? +

In Bronxville (Zone 7b), start Asparagus seeds indoors around Sunday, February 8, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Bronxville, New York? +

The average last spring frost date for Bronxville, New York (ZIP 10708) is around Sunday, April 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7b.

How long does Asparagus take to grow? +

Asparagus typically matures in about 730 days from transplanting. In Bronxville, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, April 19, 2026 plus 730 days.

Should I start Asparagus indoors or direct sow in New York? +

Asparagus should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Bronxville, that means starting around Sunday, February 8, 2026.

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Growing Asparagus in Zone 7b

Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bronxville, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Plan to transplant your Asparagus seedlings outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.