Maintaining Asparagus
Keep the soil heavily mulched and weeded. Asparagus does not like competing with weeds!Keep ground mulched
Regularly water, anytime the top 1" soil is dry
> 1 year
How to growAsparagus
Asparagus is a perennial vegetable that takes patience (2-3 years) to grow, but can produce for over 20 years if well cared for.
Asparagus is a perennial vegetable that takes patience (2-3 years) to grow, but can produce for over 20 years if well cared for.
Planting
Planting
When to plant Asparagus
Asparagus grows well in most climates, and because they are such a long lasting crop we recommend reading a detailed guide on how to grow it successfully.Perennial
Survives hard freezes
How to plant Asparagus
The majority of gardeners grow Asparagus from spears. Plant spears 12" deep in well fertilized soil, ensuring that the crown is around 6" beneath the soil surface.Start by transplanting
1 plant / square
Prefers a 15 gal container
Prefers full sunlight
Grows to 5 ft
Asparagus Varieties
We don't yet have any recommended varieties for purchase.Growing
Growing
Asparagus Diseases
Asparagus Pests
Harvesting
Harvesting
When to harvest Asparagus
Do not harvest asparagus spears for the first two years, as it needs time to grow its root system. Harvest new spears when they are 6-9 inches, before the tip has started to open up. Asparagus grows rapidly during the summer, and you'll need to harvest every day or two throughout the season.How to harvest Asparagus
Cut off the yellow/brown spears with scissors or a sharp knife just above the soil.How to store Asparagus
Wrap asparagus spears in a plastic bag and store in the refrigerator.Stays fresh up to 3-4 days
