wild asparagus
Asparagus officinalis
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Wild asparagus is a hardy perennial vegetable with feathery, fine-textured foliage that emerges from rhizomes in spring. After the edible spear stage, it develops delicate fern-like shoots and produces small bell-shaped flowers followed by red berries.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean, Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Jersey Knight' and 'Jersey Supreme' are all-male hybrids known for high yields and disease resistance. 'Purple Passion' produces tender, sweeter purple spears and is gaining popularity among home gardeners.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Wild asparagus is a hardy perennial vegetable with feathery, fine-textured foliage that emerges from rhizomes in spring. After the edible spear stage, it develops delicate fern-like shoots and produces small bell-shaped flowers followed by red berries.
Climate Match for your location
See how well wild asparagus grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean, Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Jersey Knight' and 'Jersey Supreme' are all-male hybrids known for high yields and disease resistance. 'Purple Passion' produces tender, sweeter purple spears and is gaining popularity among home gardeners.