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Mary Washington asparagus

vegetable variety in zone 7b

Mary Washington asparagus in zone 7b

Mary Washington · Asparagus officinalis

Zone
7b 5°F to 10°F
Growing season
220 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 7b

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Common challenges in zone 7b

  • Cedar-apple rust pressure heavy in piedmont
  • Japanese beetles
  • Brown marmorated stink bug
  • Late summer disease pressure

Modified care for zone 7b

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Mary Washington in adjacent zones

Other asparagus varieties for zone 7b

Frequently asked questions

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Will Mary Washington asparagus grow in zone 7b?

Yes. Mary Washington is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7b, which includes zone 7b.

Image: "Steam-boiling green asparagus", by W.carter, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC0 Source.

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