{"product_id":"mary-washington-25-live-asparagus-bare-root-plants-2yr-crowns-from-hand-picked-nursery","title":"Mary Washington 25 Live Asparagus Bare Root Plants -2yr-Crowns from Hand Picked Nursery","description":"\u003cp\u003e- You will see growth within 10 days. The most importan part of planting these plants is to make sure you have at least 30% sand mixed into the soil. I also include a link for detailed instructions or just call.\n- Asparagus plants need three things: 1. Any soil but at least 30% sand needs to be added and mixed well. The sand is the most important part and without it they will die: the soil needs to be well draining and 30 percent sand needs to be mixed thoroughly and plant on a mound six inches apart. I will send a picture 2. The plant can soak in water for an hour and then plant. 3.Plant the asparagus plants 10\" to 12\" down the further north the deeper and 12\" apart and just bury them\n- The sand is important and a minimuim of 30% for drainage and winterization of the plant and with out them they can rot and not come back the next year.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct description\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHealthy Bare Root Asparagus Plants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy Choose our Asparagus Crowns?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to Plant Asparagus Crowns\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDid you Know Asparagus are Perennials?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy Homegrown Asparagus!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest asparagus your first growing season with our healthy asparagus crowns! Also known as asparagus roots, they are easy to plant, grow, and maintain!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom this page to post-purchase, you'll find numerous resources and avenues to access in-depth help and instructions to ensure your planting success. Hand Picked Nursery is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way, ensuring your satisfaction and happiness with your purchase!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll of our asparagus varieties are mature and established as specified. This means you can enjoy a harvest in your very first growing season!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith years of experience both online and in person, we have carefully refined our growing practices, shipping methods, and business relationships to ensure we deliver the highest quality plants and products to you!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rule of thumb here is, \"If you can dig, you can plant,\" meaning that if the ground is not fully frozen, you can plant. Just note that your asparagus crowns will remain dormant until the soil temperature reaches 50 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmend your soil to ensure it is well-draining. We recommend adding at least 30% sand to your soil. Additionally, incorporating compost can further improve your soil structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig rows of trenches 3 feet apart. Your trenches should be 6?8 inches deep if you have heavier, clay-based soil and 8?10 inches deep for looser soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant your asparagus crowns in the trenches, spacing them 12 inches apart. When planting, simply lay them on their side. Once planted, completely fill in the rows with soil and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsparagus are perennials in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This means they will come back year after year! When well cared for, it is not uncommon for them to continue producing for 15 years. In some cases, asparagus plants have been known to produce for 30 or more years!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience the joy of gardening, health, and sustainability with ease!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GreenGroove","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51933304357147,"sku":"B071JS7K8J","price":55.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/3516\/0603\/files\/71A2clLi4xL._AC_SX679.jpg?v=1774500749","url":"https:\/\/greengroove1.com\/products\/mary-washington-25-live-asparagus-bare-root-plants-2yr-crowns-from-hand-picked-nursery","provider":"GreenGroove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}