ASPARAGUS JERSEY GIANT ACORN FARMS

JERSEY GIANT ASPARAGUS
ASPARAGUS JERSEY GIANT

Asparagus 'Jersey Giant'

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ASPARAGUS JERSEY GIANT

Genus: ASPARAGUS
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Height: 4-5 Feet Tall
Spread: 18-24 Inches Wide
Color: asparagus foliage
Full Sun Plants
Full Sun Perennial Plants
Perennial
Zone: 3
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 deer resistant *            


JERSEY GIANT ASPARAGUS

Asparagus officinalis 'Jersey Giant' is a premier, all-male hybrid cultivar renowned for its exceptional vigor and heavy yields. Developed specifically for its high production, this perennial vegetable redirects its energy into growing thick green spears rather than seeds, resulting in a harvest that is significantly more abundant than older heirloom varieties. These spears feature attractive, purple-tinged tips and a tender texture that makes them a favorite for both home gardeners and commercial growers. Beyond its impressive output, 'Jersey Giant' is highly prized for its resilience, boasting a natural resistance to common ailments like asparagus rust, crown rot, and fusarium wilt, ensuring a productive bed that can last for 20 years or more.

'Jersey Giant' should be planted in full sun and deep, well-draining soil that has been heavily enriched with organic matter. Because asparagus is a permanent investment, the ideal location is a dedicated garden bed where its tall, feathery summer ferns which can reach up to 5 feet.