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Jersey Giant Asparagus Plant - 2-3 Year Crowns - 10-Pack

24.95
  • -Spacing: 12 inches
  • -Harvest Date: Spring
  • -Best variety for colder gardens
  • -Every order comes complete with 10, 2-3-Year Crowns, premium fertilizer for rapid growth, and comprehensive planting instructions to ensure your success.
Plant Features

Jersey Giant Asparagus Crowns produce tender, flavorful spears with a higher tolerance of colder climates and they mature 7 to 10 days earlier than other varieties. Known to be the highest yielding plants, they are extremely adaptable. This mostly all-male variety will outperform many other varieties, produces very few berries, and has excellent disease resistance. Ready for some fresh asparagus? Many of our 2-3 year old sized crowns will produce harvestable spears the same year you plant them!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant crowns in spring
  • - Plant crowns 12-18 inches apart in trenches 6-8 inches deep

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.5-7.0
  • - Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water deeply and regularly during the first two years
  • - Once established, water during dry spells

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • - Side-dress with compost after harvest

Pruning and Training:

  • - Cut back dead foliage in late fall

Pollination:

  • - Not necessary for spear production

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for asparagus beetles and cutworms
  • - Use organic insecticides if pest problems persist

Harvesting Indicators:

  • - Harvest spears when they're 6-8 inches tall and about as thick as your finger
  • - Stop harvesting as the spears become tough and the tops start opening

Storage:

  • - Store fresh spears in the refrigerator for up to a week
  • - Can be frozen or pickled for longer storage

Companion Plants:

  • - Tomatoes: Repel asparagus beetles
  • - Parsley: Attracts beneficial insects
  • - Basil: Improves growth and flavor
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 6+ hours
Overwinter Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Watering Needs When the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry
Soil Properties Well-drained
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
When to harvest When spears are 6-8 inches tall
Production Time Multiply Pickings
Habit Upright
Plant Used for Food Production
Disease Resistance Common Rust (R), Fusarium Crown and Root Rot (FOR)
Tolerates Salty soil, Sandy soil

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Jersey Asparagus

Came moist and well packaged

From Jeff | May 03, 2020


Jersey Giant

These are truly giants. I bought some last year and harvested lightly this year. Those are about 5 feet tall because I am letting them frond

From Dawn | May 24, 2019


Healthy looking start

Just planted 40 of these Jersey Giant beauties last week and seeing some sprouts already. Roots and nodes looked very healthy upon delivery. Will have to wait a couple of years before we can start harvesting, but I think they will be worth the wait.

From Jackie | May 03, 2016


Honestly, I couldn't be happier!!

The Jersey Giant crowns arrived strong and healthy. I followed the instructions that came with the plants, soaking them and getting them in the ground immediately. I wasn't expecting to see anything so I didn't check on them for a few days. Imagine my surprise when I happened to look over and notice I already had asparagus growing!! Over a week has passed now and I do believe I could be enjoying just a bit in a few mores days!! I won't of course. Even though I will feel like the cookie monster waiting on his precious cookies to bake, apparently it's a bad idea to harvest any the first year.

From Ricki | May 02, 2016


Great Service-Great Product

Ordered Jersey Giant Asparagus - out of season - delivered months later, right at planting time for my area. Looks great 1st season. Can't wait to use next season.

From Doris | October 03, 2015


fast shipping on my Asparagus

Received my Jersey Giant crowns in great condition and packaged well. It is growing great.

From Carol | June 07, 2015


Jersey Giant Asparagus

Very happy customer, we all love this and will buy from you again. Both items came packed very good and protective.

From Carol | May 10, 2015


Asparagus plants

I ordered from your company for the first time. The Asparagus plants were just great. They were large for 1 yr. crowns, arrived quickly and in good condition. So far, so good. Thanks!

From bev | May 27, 2014


Asparagus and Great Service

Our first order of asparagus arrived in what seemed to be 2 days after ordering. It looked so good, we immediately ordered another 40 plants they look great as well. The first order is already sending up shoots and we'll have more than we can ever eat in the years to come. Your website is outstanding, service was fast, product was terrific and I highly recommend your Company. I'll be sharing your site with lots of other gardeners.

From Donna | June 07, 2013


Jersey Giant Asparagus

Very happy with packaging and delivery. Just wished the asparagus came in smaller portions - 2 crowns may be a bit much for my small garden, and I am not sure what to to do with the extras without giving them away. I guess it's time to search the internet.

From Robin | May 27, 2013


Jersey Giant Asparagus

thank you for your great customer service

From mike | May 17, 2013


great service

Having never ordered from this company before I was hesitant to order...I couldn't believe how fast I received these wonderful asparagus crowns! Fast delivery, nice plants, packaged well.

From anonymous | May 13, 2013


My Jersey Giant Asparagus

The order came promptly and is very healthy. I've planted them and can't wait for them to sprout. I live at Lake Tahoe around 6500ft. I'll send Pictures of my garden this summer when it's in bloom

From anonymous | May 07, 2013


Asparagus

Received Jersey Giant Asparagus in a timely manner and all plants were very healthy!! Can't wait to eat it!

From Connie | May 06, 2013


Asparagus

came good shape

From dr | May 06, 2013


Jersey Giant Asparagus

Received beautiful, mature asparagus crowns and after planting using the recommendations from GrowJoy they all are growing beautifully! Recommend whole heartedly!

From lael | May 06, 2013


Jersy Giant Asparagus

My roots arrived safe and sound and healthy. They were planted and then I had spears! It was all I could do no to harvest this first year! The ferns are beautiful and huge. I can't wait until next year. Great service, great product!

From Julieanna | June 21, 2012


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