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Re: Asparagus

Hello,

We planted 3 yr old roots 3 years ago in a 4 x 10' bed. We planted 30 roots,
 expecting
some to be less hardy than others.

We were right. Some didn't. We are always amazed that anything overwinters here
 in our
little corner of the northeast kingdom, though.

Although we have no way of actually counting the numbers of roots which made it,
 we have
about 30-40 stalks each year. Not a lot, but enough for a few nice meals.

We actually began harvesting last year, even though the nursery from which we
purchased the stock claimed we would be able to harvest the spring/summer season
 after
we planted (and we planted in the fall).

It does occur to us that there are probably many other more productive uses of
 this
space, but asparagus requires room to grow in a healthy manner. So, if you're
 like us
and love asparagus, you make a few square foot sacrificies...

Trina


Snowdrift Farm Soaps
http://www.biddeford.com/~twallace
Between zones 4 and 5 in mid-coast Maine

"I may not be perfect, but parts of me are excellent." -Ashleigh Brilliant

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