Asparagus officinalis - P9

Description
The Common asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) produces shoot tips that can be harvested as early as April. For the Common asparagus to grow optimally, it needs a sunny spot and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil.

Growth
Bushy, loose.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Prefers humus-rich soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: From mid-April to the end of June.

Care
It is advisable to dig irrigation trenches between the rows, as many vegetables should not be watered from above. In addition: Regular weeding prevents weeds from taking over the vegetables.

Fruit
The shoot tips ripen from April onwards.

Use
Farm garden, vegetable garden, consumption