Continental ASPARAGUS UC72

UC72 Asparagus is a Mary Washington variety that produces heavy yields of dark green spears that are usually larger than Mary Washington. It is tolerant to fusarium wilt and rust. it is also more heat and drought resistant than other varieties of asparagus. Asparagus is best adapted to sandy soils in moderate climates. For best production, plants prefer a deeply dug, well-prepared bed, with lots of organic matter. Beds should be kept moist but not wet when spears are producing. Keep well gardened, as the above pressure will lower yields. Plants usually take 2 to 3 years to come to full production but can bear for 10 to 15 years. Germination rate is 95% better than other brands. This is an extremely easy perennial plant to raise cheaply from seed if you have a little patience which will reward you with prolific crops for many years with little effort.