Asparagus 'Erasmus'

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Asparagus 'Erasmus' is a robust, perennial plant known for its tender spears and rich flavour. Perfect for gardens or allotments, it delivers reliable yields with little maintenance. Explore our Asparagus Plants collection for more options.

High-yielding perennial variety
Tender, flavourful asparagus spears
Ideal for garden beds or allotments
Minimal maintenance required
Consistent yearly production

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Asparagus 'Erasmus' is a reliable, high-yielding perennial variety that produces tender, delicious spears each year. Once established, 'Erasmus' requires minimal care, making it an ideal choice for garden beds or allotments. This vigorous plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, producing high-quality spears that are perfect for fresh eating, steaming, or roasting. Asparagus 'Erasmus' is known for its excellent flavour and can be harvested for many years once mature.

Grows best in full sun
Ideal for garden beds and allotments
Produces tender, flavourful spears
High-yielding and vigorous perennial

What's Included

Pots: Get strong, ready-to-plant asparagus crowns in 2 litre pots. Plant them directly in your garden or allotment for a quick start to your asparagus bed. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun
Position	Sheltered
Soil	Well drained soil
Planting Time	Year round
Moisture	Medium
Hardiness	Hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	40cm
Height and Spread	100cm x 50cm
Annual or Perennial	Perennial

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How To Plant

Plant Care

Asparagus 'Erasmus' is a reliable and productive perennial variety that produces tender, flavourful spears. Once established, this vigorous plant will yield high-quality crops year after year with minimal maintenance.

Grows best in full sun
Ideal for garden beds and allotments
Produces tender spears with excellent flavour
High-yielding perennial

Grows best in full sun
Ideal for garden beds and allotments
Produces tender spears with excellent flavour
High-yielding perennial

Planting Time	All year round
Sunlight & Positioning	Open, sunny site
Where to Plant	Garden beds
Growing Location	UK

Planting Time	All year round
Sunlight & Positioning	Open, sunny site
Where to Plant	Garden beds
Growing Location	UK

Asparagus 'Erasmus' thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. It requires a bit of patience in the first year but will reward you with delicious spears for many years once established.

Asparagus needs full sun, so choose a bright location
Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants 30-45cm apart
Water well after planting to help establish roots
Avoid harvesting in the first year to allow plants to establish

Asparagus 'Erasmus' thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. It requires a bit of patience in the first year but will reward you with delicious spears for many years once established.

Asparagus needs full sun, so choose a bright location
Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants 30-45cm apart
Water well after planting to help establish roots
Avoid harvesting in the first year to allow plants to establish

Right Planting Spot	Sunny site, tolerates some shade
Soil Preparation	Remove weeds, dig in manure
How To Plant	Plant crowns in prepared soil
Spacing	30 to 45 cm apart

Right Planting Spot	Sunny site, tolerates some shade
Soil Preparation	Remove weeds, dig in manure
How To Plant	Plant crowns in prepared soil
Spacing	30 to 45 cm apart

Once established, Asparagus 'Erasmus' is low-maintenance and will provide bountiful harvests for many years. With proper care, you’ll enjoy tender, flavourful spears year after year.

Water regularly, especially during the first year
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Avoid harvesting in the first year to allow plants to establish
Cut back ferns in late autumn after the foliage has died down

Once established, Asparagus 'Erasmus' is low-maintenance and will provide bountiful harvests for many years. With proper care, you’ll enjoy tender, flavourful spears year after year.

Water regularly, especially during the first year
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Avoid harvesting in the first year to allow plants to establish
Cut back ferns in late autumn after the foliage has died down

Right Sunlight and Position	Open, sunny site
Watering and Feeding	Fertilizer 30g per plant
Support and Pruning	No transplant after harvest
Additional Tips	Tolerates some shade

Right Sunlight and Position	Open, sunny site
Watering and Feeding	Fertilizer 30g per plant
Support and Pruning	No transplant after harvest
Additional Tips	Tolerates some shade

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Asparagus 'Erasmus'?

Asparagus 'Erasmus' thrives in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, especially in its early years.

How and when should I plant Asparagus 'Erasmus'?

Plant crowns in early spring, 6-8 inches deep, spacing them 12-18 inches apart. Gradually fill in the trench as shoots grow.

When can I start harvesting Asparagus 'Erasmus'?

Begin harvesting lightly in the second year after planting. By the third year, you can harvest fully each spring for several weeks.

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