Asparagus
Jersey Giant Asparagus
Jersey Giant Asparagus is the hardiest of the 'Jersey' hybrids for our northern climate. It will produce spears in early spring for years to come. They have a sweet flavor and the spears are tender. Jersey Giant Asparagus is highly disease resistant and will produce high yields. Asparagus is a perennial plant so you will enjoy years of harvest without replanting.
Jersey Giant Asparagus will grow from 4' to 5' tall. The feathery and wispy tops are delightful to see during the summer. Plants begin producing spears the 2nd year after planting. Cut when the spears are 5" tall. Plant Jersey Giant Asparagus in fertile, composted soil in full sun. Jersey Giant Asparagus likes moist but well drained soil and will produce for 10 to 12 years. #1 $13.99 |
Mary Washington Asparagus
Mary Washington Asparagus is an heirloom asparagus. It will produce spears in early spring for years to come. They have a sweet flavor and the spears are tender. Mary Washington Asparagus will produce high yields. Asparagus is a perennial plant so you will enjoy years of harvest without replanting.
Mary Washington Asparagus will grow from 3' to 6' tall. The feathery and wispy tops are delightful to see during the summer. Plants begin producing spears the 2nd year after planting. Cut when the spears are 5" tall. Plant Mary Washington Asparagus in fertile, composted soil in full sun. Mary Washington Asparagus likes moist but well drained soil and will produce for up to 20 years. #1 $13.99 |
Purple Passion Asparagus
Purple Passion Asparagus is an heirloom asparagus. For a different color try this one. It will produce purple spears in early spring for years to come. They have a sweeter flavor than other varieties packing an additional 20% more natural sugar, and the spears are tender. Purple Passion Asparagus will produce high yields. Asparagus is a perennial plant so you will enjoy years of harvest without replanting. Purple Passion Asparagus will turn a green color when cooked with a mild nutty flavor. This variety has some disease resistance to rust, root and crown rots and fusarium.
Purple Passion Asparagus will grow from 4' to 5' tall. The feathery and wispy tops are delightful to see during the summer. Plants begin producing spears the 2nd year after planting and will produce for 8 weeks before going to seed. Cut when the spears are 5" tall. Plant Purple Passion Asparagus in fertile, composted soil in full sun. Purple Passion Asparagus likes moist but well drained soil and will produce for up to 10 ot 15 years. #1 $13.99 |