Category: Vegetables

You can start asparagus from seed or from one-year-old roots, called “crowns.” Crowns grow vertically and horizontally. Planting at the right depth is important. Good soil moisture is important at planting for good root and fern growth. What type of root does asparagus have? Asparagus is the example of a modified adventitious root in which […]

Garden asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a member of the lily family. This veggie grows in the ground and not everyone loves eating it. Some squirrels may not enjoy eating the actual spears, but they may enjoy eating the feathery fern-like plant. Will squirrels eat asparagus? Squirrels will also eat other delicious veggies such as tomatoes, […]

The asparagus fern plant (Asparagus aethiopicus syn. Asparagus densiflorus) is normally found in a hanging basket, decorating the deck or patio in summer and helping to clean indoor air in winter. The asparagus fern plant is not really a fern at all, but a member of the Liliaceae family. Is asparagus fern the same as […]

A: Yes! Asparagus and strawberry enjoy close proximity. They are good companion plants. However, make sure your asparagus plant roots are about a foot under the soil before interplanting strawberries. Do strawberries do well with asparagus? Strawberries and asparagus are natural companions. Both are early spring crops that will begin to produce after your last […]

A. You can gently dig down and check the roots. If they are pliable still, then they are still alive. How do you know if asparagus roots are dead? Usually this is a very good way to start an asparagus bed, just be sure that the roots looks round and firm and that the crown […]

Common asparagus beetle adults live through the winter in sheltered places such as under loose tree bark or in the hollow stems of old asparagus plants. Adults appear in gardens just as the asparagus spears are coming out of the soil in spring. What can I spray on asparagus for bugs? Asparagus growers have several […]

Stop watering asparagus once the surrounding soil is damp but not swampy. Overwatered asparagus can develop several health issues, such as root rot. Underwatered asparagus will begin to wilt but can be revived through daily misting. How often do you water asparagus? Asparagus needs regular watering, especially while young; give it 1 to 2 inches […]

Conclusion. In summary, it is perfectly fine to feed squirrels asparagus, as it is not toxic to these rodents. That being said, squirrels may prefer to eat the plants as opposed to the spears. If your backyard squirrels enjoy eating asparagus spears, make sure they are getting sufficient protein in their diet. Will squirrels eat […]

Calendula (Calendula officinalis) Calendula, or pot marigold, repels asparagus beetle, nematodes, and tomato hornworm. 2 It also attracts beneficial insects, so this edible flower is useful throughout your garden. What can I spray on asparagus for bugs? Asparagus growers have several choices of herbicides for control of emerged weeds. The synthetic auxin herbicides 2,4-D (Formula […]

Some plants, like asparagus, won’t produce chlorophyll until they’ve been exposed to sunlight. So what is white asparagus? It’s simple: Asparagus shoots which haven’t seen the light of day. Any variety of green asparagus can be deprived of sunlight to produce white asparagus shoots. How long does white asparagus take to grow? For mature plants […]

Germany’s Asparagus Road The city of Schwetzingen claims to be the “Asparagus Capital of the World.” Like many of the towns along these routes, it holds an annual Spargelfest that attracts visitors from all over. During these festivals, asparagus aficionados can get their fix of delicious fresh Spargel dishes. Where is asparagus grown in Germany? […]

Traditionally, Asparagus spp. have been especially used in China and Korea, as a source of herbal medicines. For example, thanks to its diuretic properties, the vegetable has found application for the treatment of urinary problems [1,13,23]. Is asparagus a diuretic? Asparagus can act as a natural diuretic, according to a 2010 study published in the […]

Grill for roughly 7-10 minutes. We really only recommend sautéing for thinner stalks of asparagus. Heat a couple tablespoons of olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat, and cook your prepared asparagus stalks (with a little garlic and salt, if you’d like) for about 5-7 minutes to get a crisp-tender result. How do […]

White asparagus has a thick outer skin that, unlike green asparagus, must be peeled before using as it is too stringy to eat. The base should also be removed as it is too woody to chew. Do you need to peel white asparagus? White asparagus must be peeled, as the outside is fibrous and even […]

Top with 2 to 3 inches of loose soil. When the shoots begin to appear (in several weeks to a month or more, depending on soil temperature), hill up around the growing crowns with another inch of soil. As the shoot grows, continue adding loose, sandy soil to the trench until it is filled. Can […]

Agaves are in the plant family called Asparagaceae, as is Asparagus officinalis, which is the garden asparagus that we eat! Unfortunately , the stalks of the agaves are too tough and fibrous to be eaten like asparagus spears. What happens if you eat agave? If you accidentally ingest the raw sap of the Agave, you […]

Harvesting Wild Asparagus Once the tip of the stalk starts to open, the stem will be too woody to eat. Cut off the stalks at ground level using a sharp, clean knife or a pair of shears. Wild harvested asparagus needs to be thoroughly washed before eating. Soak the stalks in cool water, swirling them […]

Wild asparagus generally grow in ditches or along fences, at least in Iowa where I grew up. It also seems to like to be near water or a moist environment, not right at the bank of a stream but close. Wild asparagus grow much taller that you might expect; it can easily be knee high […]

Wild asparagus tends to grow in rural areas where there is water. Forage for wild asparagus around irrigation ditches in the countryside (those with and without water in them). What is this? Avoid private property unless you are invited but it’s very common to find the asparagus in ditches on the side of a road. […]

Nutrition Benefits Folate – reduces risk of heart disease, dementia and neural tube defects. Vitamins A & C – reduces risk of heart disease and certain cancers, and protects eye and skin health. Vitamin K – essential for bone formation and blood clotting. Potassium – maintains healthy blood pressure. Is wild asparagus good to eat? […]