Wayside Gardens Asparagus Jersey Giant
Best high yield perennial for home gardeners seeking long term harvests.
A high-yielding, disease-resistant hybrid that maximizes spear production by focusing energy away from seed development. This reliable perennial is a favorite for home gardens, offering consistent, flavorful harvests and attractive, feathery foliage.
$35.95
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Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking maximum harvests from a limited growing space
- Growers looking for a low-maintenance crop with high survival rates
- Northern gardeners needing a reliable perennial that withstands freezing temperatures
Who should skip it
- Impatient planters who prefer crops with immediate seasonal results
- Urban gardeners with limited or frequently changing landscape layouts
- Casual hobbyists wanting a simple and effortless planting experience
Performance breakdown
Yield Efficiency
All-male hybrid genetics maximize spear production over seed development.
Disease Resistance
Robust defense against rust and fusarium ensures a healthier, longer-lived patch.
Hardiness Range
Reliably thrives across a broad spectrum of climate zones.
Ornamental Appeal
Feathery foliage adds texture and visual interest to the landscape.
Harvest Quality
Consistently produces large, flavorful spears ideal for culinary use.
Perennial Longevity
Establishes deep roots for reliable, multi-season garden productivity.
Key Specs
Genus
Asparagus
Species
x officinalis
Variety
'Jersey Giant'
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Mature Height
4-5 feet
Mature Spread
2.5 feet
Light Exposure
Full Sun
Watering Needs
Moist, well-drained
Soil Type
Normal, loamy
Plant Type
Vegetable
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