Asparagus Seeds – Mary Washington
Asparagus Seeds – Mary Washington
Details
A long-lived perennial vegetable: plant once, then harvest tender spears every season for many years. Mary Washington is a vigorous, reliable variety. It needs patience – the first spears come in the second year.
Why grow it
- Perennial – one bed lasts 10+ years.
- Gourmet spears – harvest from the second year.
- Ornamental – feathery foliage when resting.
Sowing guide
| Sow (plains) | Feb–Apr, Sep–Oct |
| Sow (hills) | Feb–Apr |
| Sowing depth | 1–2 cm |
| Spacing | 30–45 cm |
| Germination | 14–21 days |
| Harvest | From year 2 |
| Grow in | 24 inch bag or raised bed |
| Sunlight | 6 hours or more |
How to grow
- Soak & sow – Soak seeds 24 hours; sow 1–2 cm deep. Slow – 2 to 3 weeks to sprout.
- Grow on – Keep the young plants a full year; let the ferny growth feed the roots.
- Plant the crowns – Move to a deep bed or 24 inch bag, 30–45 cm apart.
- Harvest spears – From year 2, cut spears at 15–20 cm for a few weeks each season.
Packet
| Packet weight | About 0.6 g |
| Seeds per packet | About 25 seeds |
| Seed type | Perennial |
| Variety | Mary Washington |
| Tamil name | அஸ்பாரகஸ் |
Product images are 3D renders; the vegetable is shown for illustration. Seed counts are approximate.
Quality & Storage
Every product is checked and packed by Sri Lakshmi Agro in Chennai. Store seed packets in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and sow before the date on the pack. Keep fertilisers, manures and bio-inputs sealed after opening, and out of reach of children and pets.
Delivery & Help
Orders are packed and dispatched from Chennai. Delivery charges are shown at checkout before you pay. For bulky items such as 25–50 kg soil and manure bags, vermi beds and plant stands, we may arrange local transport and will contact you. Need help choosing? Email us at srilakshmiagro26@gmail.com.
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