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Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds

Asparagus officinalis

5.00 (8 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Soak Mary Washington asparagus seeds overnight to weaken the hard outer layer, then plant 1/4" deep and 2" apart in a temporary nursery bed. Keep the temperature at 70-80 degrees F, and germination should begin in 10-14 days. For direct sowing, plant the seeds after the last frost of spring. For greater garden benefits, plant your perennial asparagus and tomatoes in close proximity; these two greatly benefit each other.

Growing: About 10-12 weeks after planting, transplant the seedlings outdoors. Digging a trench is not necessary; simply place the plants 12" apart in rows 3-4' apart. Sandy, well drained soil, and full sun are ideal. Keep the soil moist, and apply mulch to discourage weeds. Asparagus greatly benefits from regular additions of compost and other organic matter.

Harvesting: Perennial asparagus can be harvested in the second year, but healthier roots develop when serious harvesting begins in the third year. Spears may be harvested as soon as they appear in the spring until early summer; a height of 8" is usually the optimum size. Rather than cutting the spears, bending them until they break gives you only the tender part of the spear. When the weather gets hot, it is best to let the spears fully develop with ferny tops to ensure a healthy crop the next year.

Seed Saving: Though a well established plot of asparagus will last for 20 years or more, the seeds can be saved if necessary. The stalks should be allowed to reach their mature state, when they are tall and fern-like. When the berries of the female plant turn red, pick them and squeeze out the seeds into a container of water; carefully clean off any remaining pulp. Lay the Mary Washington asparagus seeds out to dry for several weeks before storing them. Keep them in a cool, dry place for up to three years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Asparagus officinalis

Species Origin: Heirloom from 1935

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 600

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 60 Inches

Color: Green

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Donna Gerber

Quick order

Haven't planted yet. Received order quickly. Thank you and will most likely order from you in the future. Thank you

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Asparagus

Seed purchase

Thanks for the seeds! Packaging is great and your website is very informative. I'll send pics of what I grow next summer.

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By eduhomestead

Asaparagus Seeds

These arrived in a timely manner. The packaging is excellent! I appreciate that I can order the seeds now and be confident that they will be good when I am ready to plant them! I would highly reccomend this product and encourage everyone to purchase their seds from Everwilde Farms!

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Rick Reese

My order

Fast service! Quality product! Will be back for more in the future.

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Zac Dodge

Zac Dodge

Great ????

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Tamasne Csokor

Asparagus

It's hard for me to grow these in zone 10. But the seeds sprouted well. I have to find a good spot where they not burning out.

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Katie

Asparagus

Planning to grow a bed of asparagus next year so I ordered a larger package. Love the packaging. Great prices. Prompt service. Learned about this company while watching a video by Epic Gardener on Youtube. Glad I found you!

Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds 5.0
Review By Dianne Vay Mallory

Everwilde Customer Service is the best.

Your Help Desk is incredible. And as always the product arrived quickly and beautifully packaged.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~100 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~600 Seeds) $8.46 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $17.76 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $54.00 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $243.00 -+
10 Lb Mylar (4.54kg) $432.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $1,026.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $1,944.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Mary Washington Asparagus seeds are an old favorite US variety used in the truck garden and commercial market. This perennial produces early, long, straight, dark-green spears with tight purpling tips that are noted for their uniform size! Delicious and resistant to some rusts and blight. The cutting season can last up to 60 days.
This member of the lily family originated in the Mediterranean countries; the ancient Greeks and Romans greatly favored it. According to legend, Julius Caesar required his asparagus to be served with melted butter. By the 16th century, the kings of England and France had claimed it as their special delicacy, causing the vegetable to be nicknamed the "food of kings." Louis XIV of France had his own supply growing year round in greenhouses, since he greatly enjoyed it. In the Renaissance, asparagus was considered an elegant vegetable and often found at the tables of the wealthy. Asparagus came to America with the colonists, and has since grown wild all over the United States.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Soak Mary Washington asparagus seeds overnight to weaken the hard outer layer, then plant 1/4" deep and 2" apart in a temporary nursery bed. Keep the temperature at 70-80 degrees F, and germination should begin in 10-14 days. For direct sowing, plant the seeds after the last frost of spring. For greater garden benefits, plant your perennial asparagus and tomatoes in close proximity; these two greatly benefit each other.

Growing: About 10-12 weeks after planting, transplant the seedlings outdoors. Digging a trench is not necessary; simply place the plants 12" apart in rows 3-4' apart. Sandy, well drained soil, and full sun are ideal. Keep the soil moist, and apply mulch to discourage weeds. Asparagus greatly benefits from regular additions of compost and other organic matter.

Harvesting: Perennial asparagus can be harvested in the second year, but healthier roots develop when serious harvesting begins in the third year. Spears may be harvested as soon as they appear in the spring until early summer; a height of 8" is usually the optimum size. Rather than cutting the spears, bending them until they break gives you only the tender part of the spear. When the weather gets hot, it is best to let the spears fully develop with ferny tops to ensure a healthy crop the next year.

Seed Saving: Though a well established plot of asparagus will last for 20 years or more, the seeds can be saved if necessary. The stalks should be allowed to reach their mature state, when they are tall and fern-like. When the berries of the female plant turn red, pick them and squeeze out the seeds into a container of water; carefully clean off any remaining pulp. Lay the Mary Washington asparagus seeds out to dry for several weeks before storing them. Keep them in a cool, dry place for up to three years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Asparagus officinalis

Species Origin: Heirloom from 1935

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 600

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 60 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 8 reviews
5.0

Review By Donna Gerber

Quick order

Haven't planted yet. Received order quickly. Thank you and will most likely order from you in the future. Thank you

5.0

Review By Asparagus

Seed purchase

Thanks for the seeds! Packaging is great and your website is very informative. I'll send pics of what I grow next summer.

5.0

Review By eduhomestead

Asaparagus Seeds

These arrived in a timely manner. The packaging is excellent! I appreciate that I can order the seeds now and be confident that they will be good when I am ready to plant them! I would highly reccomend this product and encourage everyone to purchase their seds from Everwilde Farms!

5.0

Review By Rick Reese

My order

Fast service! Quality product! Will be back for more in the future.

5.0

Review By Zac Dodge

Zac Dodge

Great ????

5.0

Review By Tamasne Csokor

Asparagus

It's hard for me to grow these in zone 10. But the seeds sprouted well. I have to find a good spot where they not burning out.

5.0

Review By Katie

Asparagus

Planning to grow a bed of asparagus next year so I ordered a larger package. Love the packaging. Great prices. Prompt service. Learned about this company while watching a video by Epic Gardener on Youtube. Glad I found you!

5.0

Review By Dianne Vay Mallory

Everwilde Customer Service is the best.

Your Help Desk is incredible. And as always the product arrived quickly and beautifully packaged.