asparagus crowns for sale

When should I buy asparagus crowns?

Asparagus crowns are usually available just once a year in early spring. So plan accordingly. Once the bed is weed-free, dig a trench about 12" deep and a foot wide. The crowns should be planted at 18" intervals in the bed, so put a shovel of compost and a cup of all-purpose, organic fertilizer in the trench every 18".

How much do asparagus crowns cost?

Quantity	Price
50	$55.00
100	$89.50
300	$169.00
600	$252.00

What are the best asparagus crowns?

'Jersey Knight' is one of the more vigorous types of asparagus; highly resistant to asparagus diseases such as crown rot, rust and fusarium wilt. 'Jersey Supreme' is a newer, disease-resistant variety that produces spears earlier than 'Giant' or 'Knight. ' 'Supreme' is an excellent choice for light, sandy soil.

How many asparagus crowns should I plant?

Growing white asparagus is a matter of layering soil over the spears so they don't produce chlorophyll; you can do this with any variety. Ten crowns will fit in a 4-by-8-foot bed and are generally enough to supply a family of four. Try to time your purchase so the asparagus crowns can go in the ground without delay.

Does asparagus multiply?

Asparagus plants are long-lived and vigorous. When asparagus plants are growing in a sunny site with good drainage, proper irrigation, and adequate nutrients, the plants multiply and become crowded over time. A mature stand of asparagus plants produces spears over several weeks, and even up to eight weeks.

Does asparagus like sun or shade?

Light requirements: Full sun. Plant asparagus on the west or north side of a garden so the tall plants won't shade other vegetables in summer. Planting: Space 12 to 18 inches apart. Soil requirements: Asparagus needs well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.

Do asparagus crowns spread?

Yes, asparagus will spread as it grows. Asparagus roots can spread out up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) underground. Asparagus ferns (mature spears with foliage) can spread out 3 feet (90 centimeters) above ground. An older, more mature asparagus plant will send up more spears from its larger crown and energy reserves.

Can I plant asparagus from the grocery store?

If you have the garden space - and some patience - plant it once and you can enjoy fresh asparagus from the same patch year after year. ... The asparagus spears bought at the grocery store are shoots that grow from underground crowns.

How many times can you harvest asparagus in a year?

Early in the season, 7-to-9 inch spears might be harvested every two to four days. As air temperatures increase, harvesting frequencies will increase to once or twice per day. Growers can have up to 24 harvests per season, after which crowns are allowed to fern and grow out.

How long does it take to grow asparagus from crowns?

Asparagus Harvesting Tips

If started from seed, asparagus will take about 3 years to become productive. One-year-old asparagus crowns will need two years of growth prior to harvesting and two-year-old crowns, just one year. Be patient the first year of cutting by limiting spear harvesting to a 10-day period.

Does asparagus regrow after cutting?

Now, let's get to the question: does asparagus regrow after cutting. The answer is yes because perennial plants return year after year.

What's the benefits of eating asparagus?

The Health Benefits of Asparagus

This giant veggie is one of the most nutritionally well-balanced vegetables -- high in folic acid and a good source of potassium, fiber, thiamin, and vitamins A, B6, and C. A 5-ounce serving provides 60% of the RDA for folic acid and is low in calories.

What can you not plant near asparagus?

There are two main crops to avoid growing alongside asparagus: Alliums. Alliums like leeks, garlic, and onion sharing the soil with asparagus are said to stunt its growth. That doesn't mean you have to choose between them: Just plant any alliums a good distance away from asparagus beds and they'll be fine.

How many asparagus should you eat a day?

Five asparagus spears or 80g of asparagus counts as one portion towards your five-a-day.

Where is the best place to plant asparagus?

Asparagus performs best in a sunny location that receives at least 8 hours of full sun. They will tolerate partial shade, but the more sun, the better. One of our favorites to grow – purple asparagus! Asparagus needs loose, fertile soil that drains well.

Should you let asparagus go to seed?

Since you will only have the leaf buds of asparagus on your plate, you don't have to let the plant go to seed. The ferns with berries tend to bend towards the ground and touch the wet soil, which can spread a fungal disease in the plants.

How many inches does asparagus grow in a day?

How fast does asparagus grow? About 7 inches in a day under optimal conditions. Beds are cut every day, sometimes more, during the average 70 to 80 days of peak harvest.

What part of asparagus do you eat?

You can eat the whole spear except for the woody stem towards the bottom. Hold the asparagus spear on each end firmly. Gently bend the asparagus so that it bows out away from you. Keep bending until the asparagus snaps.

Does asparagus grow all summer?

Summer growth allows asparagus roots to grow large and store energy for the following year's spears. ... In early summer, cut down the top growth in the half of the bed that was not harvested. This section will send up new spears in a few weeks that can be cut in late summer or early fall for a second harvest.

Do I need male and female asparagus plants?

2 Answers. Male asparagus plants don't produce seeds; female plants do. ... Since female plants are putting some energy into making seeds, they don't store as much, so they'll produce fewer spears than a male would. The crop is the growing shoot, so you don't need a mix of male and female plants.

How big can asparagus grow if not harvested?

An asparagus plant can grow spears as tall as 7 feet (2.1 meters) tall. However, they start to produce flowers and fruit long before they get this tall. Asparagus spears can grow as tall as 7 feet (2.1 meters) as they grow to look like ferns.