Thompson and Morgan Asparagus Gijnlim Crown

This grassy green Asparagus is an ‘all-male’ hardy variety that will continually produce large quantities of crop from late March to early June. ‘Gijnlim’ holds an RHS AGM and we can understand why – The taste is sensational and the texture is moist and tender! Not to mention the health benefits that come with it! Asparagus provides fibre, folate and includes vitamin A, C, E, K. Prepare permanent asparagus beds well in advance of receiving your order so that the crowns can be planted without delay. Choose a sheltered position in full sun. Asparagus beds should be richly fertile and well drained. Remove all weeds, and incorporate plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost into the soil to improve soil structure and fertility. On cold, wet soils the addition of sharp sand or grit will help to improve drainage. Weed asparagus beds by hand as the shallow roots may be damaged by hoeing. Water asparagus beds regularly during hot periods, to prevent them from drying out. In autumn cut back the yellowing foliage and mulch the crowns with well rotted manure to protect them from frost. Feed with a general fertiliser each March. When growing asparagus, resist the temptation to harvest the spears during their first season, but instead allow the plants to develop foliage. A limited crop of spears may be harvested in the second year during April and May when they reach 15cm (6") tall. By the third year, the crop can be fully harvested. It is recommended to stop cutting from the end of May to allow the shoots to develop into foliage. Later harvests can be made but risk weakening the plant. Product Specifications: Position: Full sun Height: Up to 150cm (59in) when fully established Spread: Up to 45cm (18in) when fully established Supplied as 1 crown Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results.