Asparagus 'Mary Washington'
Asparagus 'Mary Washington' is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Mary Washington' produces thick, straight, dark green spears tinged with purple at the tightly folded tips; wonderful flavour raw or cooked.
Product: Asparagus 'Mary Washington'
Product type: SEED (20)
Botanical name: Asparagus officinalis
Mary Washington' produces thick, straight, dark green spears tinged with purple at the tightly folded tips; wonderful flavour raw or cooked. Asparagus produces ferny growth and has both male and female plants. Further detailed growing info on the website.
Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant height: 1.5 m
Sow when: Germinate best at 25°C soil temp.
Temperate: Mid spring to summer
Subtropical: Early spring to autumn
Tropical: Not suitable
Germination: Approx. 21 days
Depth: 5 mm deep, cover seed lightly
Position: Full sun
Sow where: Sow into seed tray, transplant when soil is warm
Soil type: Deep, rich, well drained soil; pH 6.5, lime if necessary
Rows: 1.2 m apart
Details: After the 1st year, remove female berry-bearing plants as the berries will self-sow and choke the bed if left
Harvest: Avoid harvesting in the first 2 years, to allow the crowns to build strength
20 seeds per packet
Asparagus officinalis
Herbaceous perennial
Asparagus 'Mary Washington'
Mary Washington' produces thick, straight, dark green spears tinged with purple at the tightly folded tips; wonderful flavour raw or cooked.