Asparagus - Mary Washington

Asparagus 'Mary Washington'

Latin name: Asparagus officinalis L.

Asparagus 'Mary Washington' is a classic and high-yielding variety with long, flavorful, dark green shoots. It is a perennial vegetable that can produce a harvest for up to 15 years after establishment. The shoots are mild and delicate, perfect for both fresh consumption and cooking.

Cultivation information:

• Packaging: 1 g seeds
• Sowing time: February–May (pre-cultivation)
• Transplanting: Next spring after the first year's growth
• Harvest time: April–June (from the third year)
• Sowing depth: 1–2 cm
• Plant distance: 30–40 cm
• Row spacing: 100 cm
• Height: 120–150 cm (full-grown plant)
• Location: Sunny
• Soil type: Deep, well-drained and nutrient-rich soil
• Watering: Regular, especially during the establishment phase

Cultivation tips:

• Asparagus is grown long-term and should not be harvested until the third year after sowing to give the plant time to establish itself.
• Fertilize regularly with compost or well-rotted manure for optimal growth.
• Clear weeds thoroughly because asparagus plants do not like competition.

Uses: Perfect for grilling, boiling, steaming or in salads and soups.

Asparagus 'Mary Washington' is a hardy and high-yielding variety that produces a delicious harvest year after year – an excellent choice for the long-term vegetable garden!