vegetable variety in zone 5b
Mary Washington asparagus in zone 5b
Mary Washington · Asparagus officinalis
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- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 730 to 1095
The verdict
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About Mary Washington
Mild, classic asparagus flavor; thin to medium green spears. Heritage 1949 USDA release. Productive open-pollinated, has both male and female plants (some seed-set reduces yield).
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Mary Washington in adjacent zones
Other asparagus varieties for zone 5b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Mary Washington asparagus grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Mary Washington is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7b, which includes zone 5b.
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Image: "Steam-boiling green asparagus", by W.carter, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC0 Source.
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