Asparagus fern (Asparagus densiflorus), also known as foxtail fern, is a member of the Asparagaceae family. It is an ...
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While you can grow asparagus from seed, most of us are going to begin by planting what is known as an asparagus crown.
In the peak of asparagus season, spears can grow up to 2 inches per day, producing bountiful harvests for gardeners to enjoy. Asparagus is a unique crop. It is one of the few perennial vegetables ...
This is a two year old asparagus patch in the northeast corner of a garden. Harvesting is being held off until the third year. This is about what your plants should look like in mid to late May.
Asparagus spears are the part of the plant that goes to harvest but the ferns, crowns and seeds are just as important. Select the right variety of asparagus for Minnesota's climate. Consider soil ...
Keeping these delicate plants happy can be pretty tricky. Here’s how to give your asparagus fern everything it needs to thrive. Asparagus ferns may be best known for their airy, delicate foliage ...
Feeding your asparagus fern will help it stay lush and vibrant. Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every month during the growing season (spring and summer). Avoid fertilizing ...
Follow our guide to growing your own supply of fresh seasonal spears and watch Toby Buckland as he plants an asparagus bed at Greenacre. Asparagus is a perennial vegetable, which makes it good for ...
Try this vegan green asparagus soup when spring starts this year. Seasonal asparagus is just what you want in a spring soup.