How to Plant Asparagus Crowns in a Prepared Garden Trench

Planting asparagus crowns in a garden trench with soft white gloves and light blue sweater in early spring.

Close-up of asparagus crowns being planted in a deep garden trench with rich soil. The roots are spread over a soil mound before backfilling — the proper method for establishing a long-lasting asparagus bed in colder climates like Zone 5.