Hi Dan,

My records show that we picked May 1st last year, but have started as early as April 20th years prior. We usually get 4-6 weeks of harvest and follow the Ohio State fact sheet on when to stop harvest (stop when � are less than 3/8"). Around our area there is a huge controversy on how to harvest. We like the snap at ground like the fact sheet suggests instead of the cut with a knife, but you are a year away from worrying about that!

Here is a link that might be useful: Ohio State fact sheet, Growing Asparagus In The Home Garden

Glad I asked, HM - had I guessed I would have said closer to mid-May, but April 1 the bed will be full sun so that's perfect.

Thank you for the quick response,

Dan