{"product_id":"kviter-mary-washington-asparagus-seeds-heirloom-perennial-rust-resistant","title":"KVITER Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds – Heirloom Perennial, Rust‑Resistant","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover KVITER Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKVITER brings you a time‑tested heirloom variety, designed for patient gardeners who value long‑term yield, flavor, and garden reliability. Known for thick, tender green spears with lightly purpled tips, this asparagus shines as a perennial addition to vegetable beds, raised beds, or permanent planting spaces. When established, it can continue producing year after year, turning your garden into a dependable source of fresh asparagus across multiple seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy gardeners choose Mary Washington\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial resilience\u003c\/strong\u003e: a long‑lived crop that can deliver 20–30 years of harvests after establishment, reducing the need for yearly replanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRust resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e and open‑pollinated genetics offer reliability and ongoing selection options for outdoor gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic flavor with visual appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e: green spears with a hint of purple at the tips, appealing in the kitchen and garden alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing with confidence: how to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStart indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, or sow outdoors in mid‑spring for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSow seeds 1\/4–1\/2 inch deep in sandy, well‑drained soil with a pH of 6.5–7.0 to support steady germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGermination typically occurs within 10–21 days when temperatures range from 65–85 °F. Soaking seeds for 48 hours can improve sprouting consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransplant crowns or seedlings into prepared trenches 6–12 inches deep and about 18 inches wide, spacing 12–18 inches apart. Add compost at the trench bottom and gradually backfill as crowns grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom seed to spear: care and harvest timeline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater moderately—about 1 inch per week—letting the soil dry slightly between waterings to reduce the risk of root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the first year, avoid harvesting to allow roots to establish a strong energy reserve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn the second year, harvest lightly for about two weeks when spears reach pencil thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrom the third year onward, harvest 7–9 inch spears for up to eight weeks each spring to maintain plant health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest, storage, and garden fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfter harvest, plants produce tall, feathery ferns that help restore root energy for the next season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFresh spears are ideal for cooking, blanching, or freezing, making this a dependable option for long‑term home production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetable beds, raised beds, and permanent asparagus beds, with rust‑resistant, open‑pollinated seeds offering versatile garden placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Successful results depend on climate, soil, and care. Patience is part of the process, but Mary Washington asparagus can become a reliable long‑term staple for many home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Why choose Mary Washington asparagus for a home garden?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A time-tested heirloom that delivers long-term yields for 20–30 years after establishment, with rust resistance and open-pollinated seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I care for Mary Washington asparagus after planting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Plant in a deep trench with well-drained soil, water regularly, and avoid harvesting in the first year. In year two harvest lightly; by year three you can harvest 7–9 inch spears for several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"KVITER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47361132495042,"sku":"B0GJ78K21P","price":35.11,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/3516\/7426\/files\/kviter-mary-washington-asparagus-seeds-pack.jpg?v=1775551184","url":"https:\/\/perlastore.ca\/products\/kviter-mary-washington-asparagus-seeds-heirloom-perennial-rust-resistant","provider":"Perla Store | The Ultimate A to Z Marketplace for Every Need in Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}