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Asparagus Seeds - Mary Washington

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Asparagus officinalis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 120 to 365 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Green

The Mary Washington is the classic asparagus. This variety is a high-yield perennial vegetable, and should provide a bountiful harvest for several years to come. Plant Mary Washington Asparagus vegetable seeds in full to partial sun in well-drained soil.

  • Classic high-yielding perennial vegetable
  • Light cuttings in 2 years; Regular cuttings thereafter
  • Adaptable to full sun or partial shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 20 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 99
1 Ounce 1,472
1/4 Pound 5,888
1 Pound 23,552

Planting Guide

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Asparagus Seeds - Mary Washington

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Asparagus Seeds - Mary Washington FAQs

What is Mary Washington Asparagus also known as?

Mary Washington Asparagus is also known as Sparrow Grass.

Is Mary Washington Asparagus resistant to animals or disease?

Mary Washington Asparagus is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma. It also shows resistance to Crown Rot, Fusarium Rot, and Rust, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

What type of seed is Mary Washington Asparagus?

Mary Washington Asparagus is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

How big will Mary Washington Asparagus get?

Mary Washington Asparagus grows to 8 inch shoots.

What is the flavor profile of Mary Washington Asparagus?

Mary Washington Asparagus has a flavor profile described as sweet, nutty, and delicate.

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