'Jersey Knight' Asparagus

Asparagus officinalis 'Jersey Knight'
Full Sun
36-48" height (fern stage)
12-18" spread
Upright, clumping habit

Jersey Knight Asparagus is a vigorous, high-yielding male-dominant hybrid known for producing thick, tender spears with excellent flavor. It’s disease-resistant, cold-hardy, and a great long-term investment for any perennial vegetable garden.

To grow your asparagus successfully, here are some guidelines for care:

• Plant crowns in well-drained soil in early spring
• Space crowns 12-18" apart in trenches 6-8" deep
• Water regularly, especially during establishment
• Fertilize in spring and fall with compost or balanced fertilizer
• Do not harvest the first year; light harvest in year two; full harvest in year three
• Cut back ferns in late fall after they yellow
• Perennial and cold hardy to Zone 3
• Excellent for fresh eating, roasting, and freezing