Asparagus

• Asparagus spears grow from a crown that is planted about a foot deep in sandy soils.

• Under ideal conditions, an asparagus spear can grow 10" in a 24-hour period.

• Each crown will send spears up for about 6-7 weeks during the spring and early summer.

• After harvesting is done the spears grow into ferns, which produce red berries and the food and nutrients necessary for a healthy and productive crop the next season.

• A well cared for asparagus planting will generally produce for about 15 years without being replanted.

• The larger the diameter, the better the quality!

• Asparagus is a nutrient-dense food which in high in Folic Acid and is a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, and thiamin. It is also Fat Free, contains No Cholesterol and is low in Sodium.