Easy Tips for Growing Your Own Asparagus Plants

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Asparagus spears taste great sauteed in butter, baked or grilled, and pickling is an excellent way to store these veggies to keep them fresh and tender. Unfortunately, grocery store veggies are not always fresh and are often treated with chemicals before they reach the produce shelf. Luckily, it’s simple to grow your own at home from seeds or a crown. The best thing about growing asparagus is that this garden vegetable is perennial, which means it grows back year after year without the need for replanting. We put together plant care information to help you get your asparagus off to a good start.
When growing asparagus, it’s a good idea to understand what these plants need to thrive. Find out the different varieties of asparagus and their hardiness zone, soil, water, food, and sun requirements, and other care needs. Learn how to start your plants from seeds or crowns in pots or a garden bed, how their growth rate differs, and when they’re ready for picking. Discover how to spot common asparagus plant problems, such as pests and diseases, and eliminate the issue using natural solutions and prevention techniques.