Asparagus officinalis ’purple passion’
The Purple passion asparagus is a tender type of asparagus that you can eat raw since it isn’t as stringy. It is sweeter than most green varieties and will turn green when cooked but will still retain its sweet flavor.
2yr old Root
| Uses | Eating, canning, cooking |
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Time to Fruit Production |
Light harvest 2nd year, a large harvest the 3rd year, a full harvest by the 4th year |
| Harvest Time | 6-8 weeks starting late May- to early June |
| Mature Size | 3 to 4 ft height and 1 ½ to 2 ft spread |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Deeply worked, well-draining, fertile humus |