Asparagus Argenteuil Vegetable Seeds 25 grams

ASPARAGUS ‘ARGENTEUIL’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Asparagus officinalis

Quantity: 25 grams

• Heirloom variety known for its tender, succulent spears with a rich flavor.
• Produces high yields and is suitable for both home gardens and market production.
• Adapted to a variety of climates and soil types, thriving in well-drained, fertile soil.
• Perennial vegetable, offering a long-term harvest for several years.
• Best enjoyed fresh, steamed, or grilled, making it a culinary favorite.
• Can be grown in beds or rows, and requires patience, as it takes a couple of years to establish.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Perennial vegetable

Sowing Information:

• Sow When:
  • Temperate: February – May
  • Subtropical: August – October
  • Tropical: Not recommended
  • Cool: February – April
  • Arid: February – April
• Germination: 14 – 21 days
• Depth: 2 – 5 cm deep
• Position: Full sun
• Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or prepared rows
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7.5
• Spacing: 30 – 40 cm between plants

Details:

• Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to encourage healthy growth.
• Allow the ferns to grow after harvest to replenish nutrients in the soil.

Harvest:

2 – 3 years after sowing

Growing instructions (microgreens)

• Asparagus can be grown as microgreens, offering tender shoots with a delicate flavor.
• Sow seeds in a shallow tray with moist soil and water daily.
• Ready for harvest in 14 – 21 days for use in salads or as garnishes.