The Asparagus bundle contains 12 dormant Asparagus bare-root rhizomes including 6 of each of the following varieties below:
Sweet Purple Asparagus
Sweet Purple Asparagus is a newer deep purple cultivar that has a sweet flavor and can easily be eaten raw or cooked. The spears are less fibrous than others, which allows for more enjoyment and less waste!
Mary Washington Asparagus
Mary Washington Asparagus has a fantastic flavor and has been a trusted cultivar in American gardens. It is well adapted to the West Coast and very hardy.
Latin Name: Asparagus officinalis
Site and Soil: full sun and nutrient rich well-drained soils
Hardiness: Sweet Purple Asparagus is hardy down to -30°F
Bearing Age: Requires 2-3 years for beds to be established after transplant
Size at Maturity: Recommended harvest at 6-8”
Harvest time: April- mid June
Yield: Maximum yields will begin during the third and fourth season.
USDA Zone: 4-10