Make a long-term investment in your garden with our Mary Washington Asparagus seeds. This classic American heirloom is a garden superstar, beloved for producing an abundance of delicious, tender-crisp spears with a fantastic flavor. Growing asparagus from seed is a rewarding project for the patient gardener. Once established, this hardy perennial will provide a bountiful harvest of gourmet spears every spring for up to 20 years.
⭐ What you'll love
The gourmet taste of fresh, tender asparagus spears right from the garden.
An incredibly long-lived perennial that can produce for 20+ years.
The attractive, feathery, fern-like foliage adds beauty to the garden.
A reliable and rust-resistant American heirloom variety.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Mary Washington Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Perennial
Height: 3-5 feet
Days to Maturity: 2-3 years to first harvest
USDA Zone: 3-10
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: Start seeds indoors 12-14 weeks before your last frost date.
Soaking: Soaking seeds for 2-4 hours before planting can aid germination.
Depth: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in pots. Germination can be slow.
Transplanting: Transplant seedlings to a permanent, well-prepared bed in their second year.
Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun.
Soil: Prefers fertile, sandy, well-draining soil.
✅ Our seed packets
Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
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Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
