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Asparagus Officinalis (Asparagus)

Asparagus Officinalis (Asparagus)

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Asparagus Officinalis (Asparagus) is a long-lived edible perennial valued for its tender green spears and attractive fern-like foliage. A favourite in productive gardens, this versatile plant delivers fresh seasonal harvests year after year while adding soft texture and ornamental appeal to vegetable patches and edible landscapes. Its upright growth habit and delicate foliage create an elegant display throughout the warmer months.

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Asparagus is a rewarding low-maintenance crop once established. The young spears are highly prized for their fresh flavour and culinary versatility, making them ideal for home gardeners wanting premium produce straight from the garden. Hardy, productive, and easy to grow, Asparagus is an excellent investment for sustainable kitchen gardens and productive outdoor spaces

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Mature height

1m – 1.5m

Mature width

60cm – 1m

Spacing

45cm – 60cm apart

Evergreen/Deciduous

Herbaceous Perennial

Foliage

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Fruit Development/Harvest: Small yellow-green flowers in summer followed by red berries on female plants; edible spears harvested from spring

Sun tolerance

Full sun

Maintenance

Low maintenance once established; requires regular watering during establishment, seasonal feeding, and removal of old fern growth in winter

Root System

Deep extensive crown and root system suited to well-drained fertile soils