Protected Series:
Zone: 2PURPLE PASSION ASPARAGUS
Asparagus officinalis 'Purple Passion' is commonly referred to as Purple Passion Asparagus. This herbaceous heirloom perennial vegetable is easy to grow and care for. It features deep-burgundy coloration with higher sugar content than other asparagus and delicious when eaten raw. Stalks turn green when cooked. It should be planted 6-8 inches apart and its spears are usually harvested in May. After harvest, the plant grows tall fern-like foliage before it dies off after autumn's frost. It goes dormant during the winter months.
Purple Passion is a prized, ultra-sweet Asparagus with excellent flavor and reliability. It consists of both male and female plants and thrives in full sun in rich, fertile, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Roots take 2-3 years to produce a crop. Plant roots in early spring in a weed-free bed.
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To help this perennial thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in loose, deep, fertile, and well-draining soil, selecting a location that receives full sun. Because asparagus is a long-lived perennial, choose a permanent site where it will not be disturbed for many years. Proper soil preparation is essential, as the crowns require space and nutrient-rich conditions to produce consistent spears. Ensure the soil pH is neutral to slightly alkaline, and avoid sites where water pools, as standing water can cause the crowns to rot.
Provide consistent water during the first season and during dry spells in subsequent years to support root health. Keep the bed free of weeds, as they compete aggressively for nutrients. In late winter or early spring, cut back the dead, brown ferns to the ground before new growth emerges, and apply a fresh layer of organic mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, ensuring the material does not bury the developing crowns.
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