About Purple Passion

Considered sweeter and more tender than green asparagus, with mild and nutty flavor. Stalks turn green when cooked.

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
1 gal. pot
$13.00
Height
36"–60"
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Catalog
V006

Other varieties of Asparagus

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

Jersey Giant

Catalog
V005
Mary Washington asparagus growing in the ground
Photo form Holland Bulbs

Mary Washington

Catalog
V003
Asparagus UC 72, green narrow spears with darker tips
Photo from Rush Creek Growers

UC 72

Catalog
V004