Asparagus Seeds, Mary Washington

Mary Washington Asparagus plants produce thick, straight, dark green stalks that are tinged with purple at the tightly folded tips.  No wonder it has been the most popular asparagus variety in american gardens for the last century.  Mary Washington Asparagus is resistant to asparagus rust.  

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 14-21 Days
• Seed Depth 1/2"
• Ideal Temperature: 65-75 Degrees F
• Plant Spacing: 18"
• Frost Hardy: Y
• Asparagus officinalis
• Packet Qty: 75 Seed

Tip: Soak seeds 24 hours, sow indoors 2-3 months before last spring frost. Transplant into furrows of well worked rich soil after last frost. Backfill gradually as seedlings grow.