Asparagus crowns

beckstrous

Hi All

We planted some asparagus on Easter Monday and I was just wondering what I am supposed to be doing with it? Or if anything is supposed to happen? They were 1 year old crowns and I've watered them once a week so far. My husband put a lot of work into digging the trench etc so don't want to get it wrong!

Thanks

conradmum

If you only planted them a couple of weeks ago you probably won't see any signs of life for another couple of weeks at least. When they do show through, just keep them weeded for a couple of years and cut off the stalks when they've yellowed and died down in the autumn. Don't take any spears until at least the third year.
Your patience will be rewarded. We ate the first of the year last night. Yum! Our bed is about 9 years old and crops handsomely every year with very little effort on my part.

beckstrous

Thanks, that is really helpful - I was not sure what to expect!