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Asparagus : Martha Washington

A very strong growing and productive strain producing long, thick spears in May and early June. Suitable for freezing.

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Asparagus Crowns Gijnlim (Pack of 10)

This outstanding variety has been a consistent top performer in recent European trials out yielding others by up to 25%. It's early too, giving the first succulent tasty spears in mid to late April and continuing to crop heavily until cutting ceases in July.

From Suttons Seeds Price: £16.95   More Information

Asparagus Crowns Gijnlim (Pack of 20)

This outstanding variety has been a consistent top performer in recent European trials out yielding others by up to 25%. It's early too, giving the first succulent tasty spears in mid to late April and continuing to crop heavily until cutting ceases in July.

From Suttons Seeds Price: £29.95   More Information

Asparagus Crowns Guelph Millenium

Originally from Canada, this new asparagus is perhaps the most vigorous we have seen and is perfectly adapted for British gardens as it thrives in both hot or cool damp conditions. Millenium gives a heavy crop of fat tasty green spears which crop at their peak 1-2 weeks later than our other varieties making it an ideal partner to extend the asparagus season.

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Asparagus Crowns Stewarts Purple

Purple asparagus is still quite new in this country and has some outstanding qualities. Stewarts Purple is the latest variety and is signficantly sweeter than even the sweetest green varieties. The spears have less fibre and are particularly tender.

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Asparagus Crowns: Pacific 2000

A hybrid green asparagus that is high yielding and forms a very long lasting bed. Trials show it to give some of the heaviest crops of all, with uniform long tight spears. The flavour is excellent - it is perhaps the sweetest green variety available!

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Asparagus Crowns: Stewarts Purple

This latest variety of purple asparagus is significantly sweeter than even the sweetest green varieties. The spears have less fibre and are particularly tender with virtually no waste at the base. A very attractive addition to salads, retaining their colour.

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Asparagus Pea

An easy to grow, unusual vegetable with a unique gourmet flavour. A hint of asparagus - perhaps? Goes with virtually any dish. Cook whole at 3cm (1in) long, preferably by steaming, and serve with a little melted butter. No flavouring should be used as thi

From Thompson & Morgan Price: £2.89   More Information

 

 

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