Asparagus 'Erasmus'

Erasmus Asparagus is a robust, high-yielding variety known for its tender, flavorful spears with low fiber content. Perfect for both gardens and allotments, it offers reliable yields with minimal maintenance, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all levels.

Features

• High-yielding male variety
• Tender, low-fiber spears
• Ideal for gardens and allotments
• Minimal maintenance required
• Consistent annual production
• Long-lasting asparagus bed (15-20 years)

Cultivation Tips

• Soil Preparation: Remove weeds and large stones; enrich the soil with well-rotted manure or compost.
• Planting Density: Plant 5-6 Erasmus asparagus crowns per metre for optimal growth.
• Maintenance: Ensure proper watering during the first season and manage fern development to promote healthy spear production.

Usage Ideas

Perfect for adding a sweet flavor to salads, steaming, or roasting dishes. To retain maximum freshness, store fresh spears in a cool place.

Asparagus beds can last up to 15-20 years, making Erasmus Asparagus a sustainable investment for your garden.

Order your Erasmus Asparagus crowns today and enjoy fresh, delicious spears every spring! Explore our Asparagus Plants and Spring Vegetable Plants collections for more seasonal options.