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Asparagus season in Texas

Typically early March to late April, with peak mid-March through mid-April.

Hatched chalk = early and late shoulders; solid = peak.

A short spring cutting, mostly from High Plains and Hill Country growers.

At a glance

Early

From early March — first pickings, lighter supply, best prices come later.

Peak

mid-March through mid-April — full stalls, full flavor. This is the stretch to plan around.

Late

Through late April — quantity for preserving, and the stalls start dealing.

Season length

about 9 weeks end to end, shoulders included.

Asparagus

Look: Look for tight, closed tips and firm, smooth stalks with rich green or purple color all the way down.
Feel: Good spears snap cleanly rather than bend, and the cut ends look moist instead of woody and shriveled.
Smell: Fresh asparagus smells clean and faintly grassy — a sour or musty whiff means old stock.
Tip: Spear thickness reflects the age of the crown, not toughness — pick spears of even size so they cook evenly.
Keeps: Stand stalks upright in an inch of water in the fridge and use within three or four days.

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Frequently asked questions

When is asparagus season in Texas?

In Texas, the asparagus season typically runs early March to late April, with peak availability mid-March through mid-April. Exact weeks shift a little with each year's weather.

Can I pick my own asparagus in Texas?

Rarely offered u-pick since spears are cut daily — buy from spring farm stands and farmers markets instead. The best market weeks are mid-March through mid-April.

How long does asparagus season last in Texas?

about 9 weeks end to end — early March to late April. The early and late shoulders are real but lighter; the solid stretch of chalk on the band is the sure bet.