Jersey Giant (Asparagus Variety)-Outdoor
Maintenance Level
Low
Placements
Outdoor
Toxic
No
Fragrance
Yes
Seasons
spring and summer
Plant Height
4-5 feet
Water Frequency
Winter
Water sparingly
Summer
Water regularly
Fertilizer Frequency
Winter
No need
Summer
Monthly once
High-yielding, all-male hybrid asparagus, known for large spears and disease resistance. Perennial.
From underground crowns, producing spears in spring and ferns later.
Edible, nutritious spears; attractive foliage. High yields compared to some other varieties.
Dos
Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, water regularly during growth, fertilize annually, allow ferns to grow after harvest to strengthen the crown, harvest mature spears (around 7-9 inches).
Don'ts
Harvest in the first 1-2 years, overwater, plant in poorly draining soil, heavily harvest after mid-season (let ferns grow).