$10.99

This Asparagus 'Mary Washington' ships as a 10 pack of Bare Root and 25 pack of Bare Root

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Mary Washington

Name: Asparagus 'Mary Washington'
Brand: Tristar Plants
SKU: Asparagus-MaryWashington-5pk
Price: 10.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Mary Washington Asparagus is a classic green asparagus variety known for its reliable, productive yields and delicious flavor. Popular among home gardeners, this heirloom variety has a tender texture with a rich, earthy taste that’s perfect for a wide range of dishes, from steaming and roasting to fresh salads. Mary Washington is an established favorite for its resilience and productivity, offering abundant harvests year after year.

If planting isn’t possible now, click here for advice on storing bare-root asparagus and detailed guidance on planting, care, and harvest.

What Are Asparagus Crowns?

Asparagus crowns are the root systems of asparagus plants, typically 1-2 years old, used for planting to establish new asparagus beds.

Flavor

Earthy and tender, with a classic asparagus taste; ideal for steaming, roasting, or fresh use in salads.

Hardiness Zone

Thrives in USDA zones 3-8, tolerating cold winters and warm summers with proper care.

When to Harvest

Begin light harvesting in the second year after planting; full harvests can be expected in the third year, typically during spring.

Shipping Guarantee

Ships via UPS with a guaranteed 2-day delivery from the shipping date.

Male vs. Female Plants

Male asparagus plants, like our Mary Washington variety, are preferred for higher yields and do not produce seeds, reducing the risk of unwanted seedlings.

Age of the Crowns

Our crowns are 2 years old, ensuring quicker establishment and earlier harvests compared to younger crowns.

Permanent Planting Beds

As a perennial, asparagus requires a dedicated, well-prepared bed, as it can produce for 15-20 years with proper care

This pack of Mary Washington Asparagus comes Bare Root and is a 2 Yr Old

Botanical Name: Asparagus officinalis 'Mary Washington'

Common Name: Mary Washington Asparagus

Flavor Profile: Earthy and tender, with a classic asparagus taste; ideal for steaming, roasting, or fresh use in salads.

Hardiness Zones: Thrives in USDA zones 3-8, tolerating cold winters and warm summers.

Sunlight Requirements: Requires Full Sun, ideally at least 6 hours daily, for optimal spear growth.

Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, loamy soil with moderate moisture; amend with compost for best results.

Watering Needs: Keep consistently moist, especially during the first few years to establish strong, productive crowns.

Age of Crowns: Sold as 2-year-old crowns for quicker establishment and earlier harvests.

Harvest Time: Harvest mature spears each spring 1-2 years after planting; prime harvest season is early spring.

Male vs Female Plants: Includes both male and female plants; female plants produce seeds, while male plants yield more spears.

Permanent Planting Beds: Plant in a permanent bed, as Mary Washington asparagus can produce annually for 15-20 years.

*We cannot send plants to Alaska or Hawaii.

*Pictures shown are of mature plants.

Prepare the Bed: Enrich soil with compost and organic matter, and loosen soil to at least 6 inches deep.

Trench Planting: Dig 6-8 inch trenches and plant crowns, covering with 2 inches of soil; gradually fill in as plants grow.

Spacing: Space crowns 12-18 inches apart in rows, with 3-4 feet between rows.

Dedicated Bed: Use a permanent planting bed, as asparagus is a perennial that will return each spring.

Plant care menu

Hardiness zone for this plant: 3 - 9

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