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Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds: Grow Delicious and Nutritious Asparagus in Your Garden
Mary Washington asparagus seeds are a fantastic choice for gardeners looking to grow a classic and reliable asparagus variety. Known for their strong growth, disease resistance, and delicious flavor, Mary Washington asparagus has been the gold standard for green asparagus varieties for over a century. These perennial plants produce long, thick spears that are tender and succulent, making them perfect for a variety of culinary uses.
Why Choose Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds?
Mary Washington asparagus is incredibly versatile. It can be used fresh in salads, steamed, roasted, or grilled. Its sweet, tender flavor and crisp texture make it a favorite in the kitchen. These asparagus plants offer a rich, sweet flavor that is perfect for those who enjoy mild, flavorful vegetables in their meals. Mary Washington asparagus plants are dependable producers and are well-suited for both garden beds and containers. They thrive in full sun and are early enough for shorter growing seasons. Asparagus is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as antioxidants. Including it in your diet can contribute to overall health and well-being.
Growing Tips for Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds
Start your seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Use a seed starting mix and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Once the seedlings are strong enough, transplant them to your garden or containers. These asparagus need plenty of sunlight, so choose a spot that gets at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering. Asparagus prefer well-drained soil. Harvest the asparagus spears when they are about 6-8 inches tall and no thicker than a pencil. You can use them immediately or store them for later use.
Mary Washington asparagus seeds are an excellent addition to any garden, offering both vibrant flavor and ease of growth. Their versatility in the kitchen and nutritional benefits make them a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike. Start growing Mary Washington asparagus today and enjoy the delicious rewards!
For the Seed is a small seed company that is passionate about growing quality produce for both seed and for superior vegetables for most Western Canadian climates. Whatever we have not grown, or grown enough of ourselves, we carefully source reputable seed to add to our curated collection of garden seed we make available for sale.
Something that we are even more passionate about is getting seeds into the hands of gardeners who are interested in growing extra produce for their friends, family and local foodbanks. Times are changing and food security is a growing concern amongst almost all demographics.
We invite all gardeners with a heart for their neighbors to sow extra seeds, rows, or gardens to help those who may not have access, ability or means to garden themselves. This could mean you're sowing extra for a senior you know down the street, a friend who lives in an apartment, someone that you know with a disability that cannot grow a garden for themselves, as well as your local food bank or pantry to help stock their shelves with nutrient dense options for their customers. Every little bit helps, and we are here to help you in our mission to keep our neighbors and communities fed.
That is why, with every purchase, you will have the option to have an additional package(s) of seeds that compliment your selections added to your order - for free. Or, if you aren't able or interested in becoming a For the Seed community gardener, you can choose to donate your packs to our Community Fund. We will in turn donate those packs of seeds to various community gardens in the Capital Region of Alberta.
It takes a village, and as an avid gardener, I know how much I love blessings others with the fruits of our labour.
If you are part of a community program that hosts a community garden or like project, please reach out to be added to our Community Fund list. We try and spread our seeds out far and wide.
We are so excited to see and hear the stories of our gardeners giftings this season. Let's make this happen!
-For the Seed
Zechariah 8:12-13