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Growing Asparagus (Aspargus officianalis)

Easy to grow. Sow Direct, or plant as crowns. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed.
Best planted at soil temperatures between 16°C and 30°C.

Perennial. Start picking when the new shoots are 1-2cm diameter.

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Culinary hints - cooking and eating Asparagus

Steaming is traditional, then coating with melted butter or hollandaise sauce.
Alternatively break in short lengths,
cook quickly in hot oil a wok and sprinkle with soy sauce or balsamic vinegar.

Your comments and tips

04 May 08 zoran (Australia - cool/mountain climate)
how do i get a packet off asparagus seeds or a seedling
18 Jul 08 Dis (Australia - temperate climate)
I have planted three year old Asparagus crowns and they have just broken through. When can I use them?
20 Jul 08 Liz (Australia - cool/mountain climate)
Dis, your asparagus spears will be ready to cut when they are about 20-25cm (8-10in) high. Cut with a sharp knife, don't pull, close to the ground. Only take a few this year and leave most of them to turn into leafy fronds (fern) as that will increase your plants for next year. Once planted, a well cared for asparagus bed should keep going for many years. Remember to feed well.

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