Purple Passion Asparagus is a beautiful, delicious addition to any garden. Known for its striking purple color, this unique asparagus variety offers a sweeter, less fibrous flavor profile than traditional green asparagus, making it perfect for fresh eating, grilling, roasting, and salads. With its tender, smooth spears, Purple Passion brings versatility to your kitchen and beauty to your garden.
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Asparagus crowns are the root systems of asparagus plants, typically 1-2 years old, used for planting to establish new asparagus beds.
Sweet, tender, and less fibrous, perfect for fresh eating, grilling, or roasting.
Grows well in zones 3-8, suitable for most climates with cold winters and warm summers.
Harvest 1-2 years after planting; springtime is the main harvest period for mature spears.
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Male asparagus plants, like our Purple Passion variety, are preferred for higher yields and do not produce seeds, reducing the risk of unwanted seedlings.
Our crowns are 2 years old, ensuring quicker establishment and earlier harvests compared to younger crowns.
As a perennial, asparagus requires a dedicated, well-prepared bed, as it can produce for 15-20 years with proper care
Hardiness zone for this plant: 3 - 8
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Asparagus 'Purple Passion'
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