We also want to be nimble in what we plant in the garden. Asparagus does best if it’s planted and left, not transplanted around. So we decided that to fit our needs we’d grow asparagus in ...

Asparagus fern is a fast grower (adding 2 inches of growth per day), so it is crucial to cut at the base of the plant and not in the middle of a stem when pruning. Do not cut more than 1/3 of the ...

White asparagus is also a favorite of chefs (other than me), including legendary French chef Jacques Pépin. We had the pleasure of chatting with the wonderful Pépin about this special spring treat, ...

Whether you're working with asparagus crowns or seeds, this is the perfect time to plant yours for that 5-a-day ...

Like all produce, asparagus tastes best and is at its freshest when it is in season. Asparagus is one of the earliest vegetables harvested each year. Depending on where it’s grown, it is usually ready ...

Asparagus is a perennial vegetable, which makes it good for growing on plots where it will not be disturbed. However, it does take a long time to grow to maturity, so make sure you are planning to ...

Germans don't export white asparagus, they eat it all themselves, but they do import it from countries like Spain or Italy, which mainly grow it for export. The imported veggies are mostly sold in ...