Walker Deluxe Asparagus Plant - 2-3 Year Crowns - 10-Pack

Walker Deluxe is our favorite asparagus and for good reason. The medium-sized spears offer a tight head, they appear early and often, they can be grown in warm and cool climates, are 98% male so there are very few berries, and they are highly disease tolerant. If you can only grow one variety, Walker Deluxe is it! Ready for some fresh asparagus? Many of our 2 - 3 year-old sized crowns will produce harvestable spears the same year you plant them! 

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant crowns in spring
• - Plant crowns 12-18 inches apart in trenches 6-8 inches deep

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.5-7.0
• - Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply and regularly during the first two years
• - Once established, water during dry spells

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
• - Side-dress with compost after harvest

Pruning and Training:

• - Cut back dead foliage in late fall

Pollination:

• - Not necessary for spear production

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for asparagus beetles and cutworms
• - Use organic insecticides if pest problems persist

Harvesting Indicators:

• - Harvest spears when they're 6-8 inches tall and about as thick as your finger
• - Stop harvesting as the spears become tough and the tops start opening

Storage:

• - Store fresh spears in the refrigerator for up to a week
• - Can be frozen or pickled for longer storage

Companion Plants:

• - Tomatoes: Repel asparagus beetles
• - Parsley: Attracts beneficial insects
• - Basil: Improves growth and flavor