{"title":"Asparagus Crowns","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop bare root asparagus crowns for establishing a long-lived perennial vegetable bed. Compare available varieties and review the product page for certification, planting-zone and variety-specific information. Availability varies by season, so order while suitable varieties are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsparagus can be grown using organic and sustainable methods, including compost, organic soil amendments, mulch and appropriately labeled pest-management products. Certification is stated only when supported on the individual product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrepare the Asparagus Bed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a sunny, well-drained site where the planting can remain for years. Prepare the soil before planting and follow the crown-spacing and planting-depth guidance supplied with the variety. Consistent weed management and irrigation during establishment help reduce competition around developing crowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEstablishment and Harvest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow new plants time to develop a strong crown and root system before taking a full harvest. Harvest guidance varies by the age and condition of the bed, so use the instructions provided with the crowns and adjust for local growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-plant-asparagus-a-growing-guide\"\u003easparagus growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e for bed preparation and care, or browse other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennial-vegetable-root-crowns\"\u003evegetable crowns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"asparagus-jersey-knight-10","title":"Asparagus Atlas Crowns (Bundle of 10)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bundle contains 10 dormant Atlas asparagus crowns.\u003c\/strong\u003e Atlas is a predominantly male hybrid asparagus cultivar selected for vigorous plants and thick green spears with a mild flavor. A small number of female plants may be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dormant root crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature fern height:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 4–5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring after the planting has established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a permanent bed in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Set crowns about 12–18 inches apart in a furrow with the buds facing up. Cover with 2–3 inches of soil, water well, and gradually add soil as shoots grow until the furrow is filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the bed weed-free and evenly moist while plants establish. Do not take a full harvest from newly planted crowns. A short, light harvest can begin in the second growing season; wait until the third season for a longer harvest. Cut spears when they are about 6–8 inches tall, then allow the remaining shoots to grow into ferns so the crowns can store energy for the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-plant-asparagus-a-growing-guide\"\u003easparagus growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e, shop all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/asparagus-crowns\"\u003easparagus crowns\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennial-vegetable-root-crowns\"\u003eperennial vegetable crowns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant crown note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A small amount of surface mold can develop during cold storage and can usually be wiped away. Do not plant crowns that are soft, mushy, or rotten; contact us promptly if your crowns arrive in that condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543353090161,"sku":"FV200","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Atlas1.png?v=1787854833"},{"product_id":"asparagus-sweet-purple","title":"Asparagus Purple Passion Crowns (Bundle of 10)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bundle contains 10 dormant Purple Passion asparagus crowns.\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple Passion produces large purple spears with a mild, sweet flavor. The purple color softens and may turn green when cooked. This cultivar includes both male and female plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dormant root crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature fern height:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 4–5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring after the planting has established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a permanent bed in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Set crowns about 12–18 inches apart in a furrow with the buds facing up. Cover with 2–3 inches of soil, water well, and gradually add soil as shoots grow until the furrow is filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the bed weed-free and evenly moist while plants establish. Do not take a full harvest from newly planted crowns. A short, light harvest can begin in the second growing season; wait until the third season for a longer harvest. Cut spears when they are about 6–8 inches tall, then allow the remaining shoots to grow into ferns so the crowns can store energy for the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/gourmet-gardener-the-purple-asparagus-edition\"\u003ePurple Passion asparagus guide\u003c\/a\u003e, use the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-plant-asparagus-a-growing-guide\"\u003easparagus growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e, shop all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/asparagus-crowns\"\u003easparagus crowns\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennial-vegetable-root-crowns\"\u003eperennial vegetable crowns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant crown note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A small amount of surface mold can develop during cold storage and can usually be wiped away. Do not plant crowns that are soft, mushy, or rotten; contact us promptly if your crowns arrive in that condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543353745521,"sku":"FV210","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/PurplePassion1.png?v=1787854847"},{"product_id":"asparagus-mary-washington-10bdl","title":"Asparagus Mary Washington Crowns (Bundle of 10)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bundle contains 10 dormant, two-year-old Mary Washington asparagus crowns.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mary Washington is a classic open-pollinated cultivar that produces green spears with tight tips and a mild flavor. Plants may include both male and female crowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dormant two-year-old root crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 crowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature fern height:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 4–5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring after the planting has established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a permanent bed in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Set crowns about 12–18 inches apart in a furrow with the buds facing up. Cover with 2–3 inches of soil, water well, and gradually add soil as shoots grow until the furrow is filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the bed weed-free and evenly moist while plants establish. Do not take a full harvest from newly planted crowns. A short, light harvest can begin in the second growing season; wait until the third season for a longer harvest. Cut spears when they are about 6–8 inches tall, then allow the remaining shoots to grow into ferns so the crowns can store energy for the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-plant-asparagus-a-growing-guide\"\u003easparagus growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e, shop all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/asparagus-crowns\"\u003easparagus crowns\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/perennial-vegetable-root-crowns\"\u003eperennial vegetable crowns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant crown note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A small amount of surface mold can develop during cold storage and can usually be wiped away. Do not plant crowns that are soft, mushy, or rotten; contact us promptly if your crowns arrive in that condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21549536018545,"sku":"FV203","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/MaryWashington1.png?v=1787854760"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/collections\/asparagus-collection-thumbnail_235e30f5-1879-4ff4-80e8-d872cb1c2fca.jpg?v=1786831032","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/collections\/asparagus-crowns.oembed","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}