About Mary Washington

Heirloom variety that is open-pollinated and will reproduce in your growing bed, making more plants over the years.

About Asparagus

Asparagus is one of the few perennial vegetables and it will produce for many years. Prepare the soil well with plenty of composted manure. Grows best in evenly moist soil. Harvest the third season after planting.

Pot Size & Price
3.5-in. pot
$2.50
Height
36"–72"
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Catalog
V003
Plant Traits
Culinary

Other varieties of Asparagus

Jersey Giant asparagus, green spears with slightly purplish tops
Photo from Walter's Gardens

Jersey Giant

Catalog
V004
Purple Passion asparagus, purple stems and tips
Photo from Green Value Nursery

Purple Passion

Catalog
V005