Mountain Valley Seed Company Jersey Knight Asparagus Crowns

All-male varieties like Jersey Knight are bred to direct all their energy into spear production rather than seed development. This results in significantly higher yields and more robust, uniform spears compared to traditional varieties.

Yes, Jersey Knight is specifically noted for its ability to thrive in heavier, clay-based soils that often cause issues for other asparagus varieties. While it handles clay well, ensuring your planting site has decent drainage will still help prevent root rot.

Asparagus is a long-term investment. While the crowns establish quickly, you should avoid harvesting any spears during the first year to allow the root system to fully develop. You can typically begin a light harvest in the second year and a full harvest by the third year.

Plant your asparagus crowns at a depth of 2 to 3 inches. It is important to spread the roots out gently in the trench before covering them with soil to encourage strong, outward growth.

Yes, Jersey Knight is a cold-tolerant perennial. Once established, the crowns are hardy and will go dormant during the winter, returning reliably each spring as the soil warms up.

You should space your crowns 12 to 18 inches apart. This spacing ensures each plant has enough room to develop its fern-like foliage, which is essential for gathering the energy needed for next year's harvest.