Grow Your Own Delicious Jersey Giant Asparagus
Enjoy the taste of freshly harvested asparagus with our Jersey Giant asparagus roots! This set includes 10, 2-year-old crowns, ready for fall planting. You’ll be enjoying impressive yields of extra-large, tender spears in just a few years. These are perfect for grilling, steaming, or adding to salads. Our Jersey Giant asparagus roots are cold-hardy and heat-tolerant, thriving in zones 3-10. With proper care, you’ll have a bountiful asparagus patch for years to come.
Our Jersey Giant asparagus plants are mostly all-male, self-pollinating, and produce large, uniform spears. They transition from edible spears to soft, fern-like foliage, adding beauty to your garden. These asparagus roots prefer well-drained soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. For optimal growth, space plants 12″-18″ apart. Imagine the satisfaction of harvesting your own fresh asparagus every spring!
Benefits of Growing Jersey Giant Asparagus:
- Huge Crops: Enjoy abundant harvests of delicious asparagus every year.
- Superior Flavor: The subacid taste and crisp, crunchy texture make it perfect for various culinary uses.
- Long-Lived: These hardy plants will produce for many years with proper care.
- Easy to Grow: Adapts well to various climates and soil conditions.
- Nutritious: Asparagus is a healthy and delicious addition to your diet.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jersey Giant Asparagus
- How long does it take for Jersey Giant asparagus to produce spears after planting? Expect to harvest spears approximately 3 years after planting the 2-year crowns.
- What’s the best way to prepare the soil for planting asparagus roots? Amend your soil with compost and ensure it’s well-draining. Aim for a soil pH between 6.5 and 7.5.
- How deep should I plant the asparagus crowns? Plant the crowns about 6-8 inches deep in a trench, spreading the roots out evenly.
- How often should I water my asparagus plants? Water regularly, especially during dry periods, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- What is the ideal spacing between asparagus plants? Space your Jersey Giant asparagus plants 12 to 18 inches apart to allow for ample growth, and the rows 4 feet apart.
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