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Asparagus B and Q seeds

victoriacadamsvictoriacadams Posts: 57
in Problem solving
I have purchased asparagus seeds and then noticed information on the packet as follows;

"Don't harvest until the third year after sowing."

Can anyone explain?  I have never come across such an unusual statement.  I am sure all will be revealed ....hopefully!  

Thank you in advance!  Vicky

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  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 88,147
    Asparagus is a plant that needs time to form
    a crown with enough energy to produce spears to harvest without depleting it so much that the plant dies. 

    So yes, at least 3 years before you can begin to harvest a little ... but a well cared for asparagus  bed should continue to be productive for 20 years or more.  


    Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.





  • victoriacadamsvictoriacadams Posts: 57
    Apologies for the late response.   Thank you for the details.  I am patient, so that is one factor for my eight, tender spears.  I hope at least another eight spears push up.  Thank you for sending the link.  One step at a time for this challenge!  
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