Botanical Name: Asparagus officinalis ‘Jersey Knight’
Description: High yields of succulent spears with rich, distinctive flavor makes this variety a must for your garden. Noteworthy vigor and disease resistance, along with amazing production, will provide a bounty of large, tender spears for fresh eating, as well as for canning and freezing. Plants grow up to 5 feet high, with graceful, feathery foliage that is an attractive addition to the perennial border when the spring harvest is finished. Since these plants will produce for up to 15 years, it’s important to locate them in a sunny spot that has good drainage. Dig a trench 18” deep, fill it in with a generous measure of compost, then set plants 12-18 inches apart. You’ll harvest more of this nutritious taste treat year after year.