🌱 Why Choose Jersey Knight Asparagus Crowns?

Elite Jersey Hybrid Variety – Known for exceptional vigor and long-term productivity
Large, Succulent Spears – Thick, tender spears with excellent flavor
Disease Resistant – Strong resistance to rust, crown rot, and fusarium
Excellent Performance in Heavy Soils – Thrives even in clay-like conditions
High Yield & Long-Lived Perennial – Reliable harvests year after year
Non-GMO & Cold Hardy – Grows well in USDA Zones 3–8

Jersey Knight asparagus is a trusted favorite among growers thanks to its durability, disease resistance, and premium spear quality. Once established, it delivers consistent harvests with minimal maintenance.

☀️ Planting & Care Instructions

Plant Type: Bare Root Asparagus Crowns (2-Year)
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Well-draining soil; adapts well to heavier clay soils
Soil pH: 6.5–7.0
Spacing: Plant crowns 12–14 inches apart; rows 3 feet apart
Planting Depth: Furrows 8–10 inches deep (8 inches recommended for heavy soils)
Watering: Maintain even moisture during establishment year
Mulching: Light mulch helps regulate moisture and reduce weeds

Tip: In clay-heavy soils, amend with up to 30% sand to improve drainage and reduce disease risk.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

Allow spears to fully fern out after harvest to recharge crowns
Cut foliage back to ground level in late fall or early spring
Do not harvest heavily during the first 2 years to ensure strong long-term production

📅 Harvest Window

Harvest Begins: Early spring
Full Production: Year 3 after planting
With proper care, plants can produce for 20+ years

🌿 Additional Variety Details

Flavor: Good
Freezing Quality: Excellent
Growth Habit: Upright perennial
Soil Adaptability: Performs well in heavy and clay-like soils

🌾 Fertilization Guidelines

Before Planting: Apply 5 lbs of 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft
Establishment Year: Top-dress in August with 1 lb of 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft, work into top 2"
Following Years: Apply 2 lbs of 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft in early spring and again after harvest
Amend as needed with lime, bone meal, or super phosphate to maintain soil balance

🚚 Shipping & Quality Guarantee

Ships as dormant bare root 2-year crowns for successful transplanting
All plants are inspected prior to shipping to ensure top quality
Satisfaction Guaranteed — contact us immediately upon arrival with any concerns
Shipping to areas experiencing extreme heat or extreme cold is at buyer’s risk

Jersey Knight Asparagus Crowns | Disease-Resistant Hybrid, Large Spears, Non-GMO | Hand Picked Nursery

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