ASPARAGUS SEEDS, (Mary Washington ) Perennial Vegetable

Mary Washington Asparagus seeds produce hardy, resistant vegetable plants that grow in a variety of climates. They require 2-3 years to produce spears. ~1,200 seeds per ounce.

The Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds are a perennial vegetable that is rust resistant, vigorous, and produces long, thick spears in May and June. This HEIRLOOM variety is an old favorite in the U.S. truck garden and commercial market, with early, dark-green spears noted for their uniform size and delicious taste. Cutting season can last up to 60 days and the seeds are resistant to certain rusts and blight.

Winter hardy, frost-tolerant perennial that grows in full sun or light shade. Transplant established seedlings or 1 yr old crowns in the spring or fall into fertile, well-cultivated trenches 12" wide and 6-8" deep in rows at least 24" apart. Cover crowns with 2" soil. Fill furrows with compost as ferns grow. No harvesting 1st year. 2-3 week harvest 2nd year. Extend each year until 8 weeks. Mulch 2-3" after planting & harvest. Seeds: 1/2" deep in 4-6" pots. Soil Temp: 65-80.

Vegetable Botanical Name: Asparagus officinalis
Vegetable Duration: Perennial
Vegetable Days to Maturity: 60
Vegetable Height: 36' to 48'
Vegetable Spacing: 9' to 12'