Tender Green Spears
Produces flavorful green asparagus spears with attractive purple-tinged tips.
Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Mary Washington Asparagus Seeds
Mary Washington Asparagus is a popular heirloom vegetable variety known for its tender, flavorful green spears with slight purple tips. This perennial asparagus produces reliable crops once established and is valued for its rust resistance and long productive life. It is suitable for vegetable gardens and dedicated asparagus beds with full sunlight and well-drained, fertile soil.
Heirloom Vegetable
Tender Green Spears
Rust Resistant
Perennial Vegetable
Key Features
Rust Resistance
Known for good resistance to asparagus rust and dependable garden performance.
Perennial Growth
Returns year after year, producing harvests from an established planting.
Heirloom Variety
A traditional open-pollinated variety valued for its flavor and reliable production.
Product Highlights
Traditional Mary Washington variety
Tender, flavorful green asparagus spears
Slight purple coloration on spear tips
Good resistance to asparagus rust
Perennial vegetable crop
Suitable for dedicated vegetable beds
Produces for multiple growing seasons
Best grown in full sunlight
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Asparagus officinalis |
| Common Name | Mary Washington Asparagus |
| Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
| Seed Type | Vegetable Seeds |
| Variety | Mary Washington (Open-Pollinated Heirloom) |
| Growth Habit | Upright perennial vegetable |
| Spears Color | Green with purple-tinged tips |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 3–8 |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Starting | Start indoors 8–12 weeks before the last frost or direct sow in suitable spring conditions |
| Germination Time | 10–21 days |
| Germination Temperature | 70–80°F |
| Seed Planting Depth | 1/2 inch |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Deep, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter |
| Watering | Regular watering during establishment and dry periods |
| Harvest Time | Approximately 2–3 years from seed; full harvesting generally begins in the third year |
| Mature Plant Height | Approximately 3–4 feet |
| Plant Spacing | 12–18 inches |
| Row Spacing | 4–5 feet |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Soak asparagus seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours before planting to help soften the seed coat.
Soak asparagus seeds in warm water for 24–48 hours before planting to help soften the seed coat.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Select a sunny location with deep, fertile, well-drained soil. Incorporate compost or organic matter before planting.
Select a sunny location with deep, fertile, well-drained soil. Incorporate compost or organic matter before planting.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds approximately 1/2 inch deep in seed-starting containers or prepared garden beds. Maintain suitable warmth and moisture.
Sow seeds approximately 1/2 inch deep in seed-starting containers or prepared garden beds. Maintain suitable warmth and moisture.
Step 4: Transplant Seedlings
Transplant established seedlings into a permanent asparagus bed after the danger of frost has passed. Allow approximately 12–18 inches between plants.
Transplant established seedlings into a permanent asparagus bed after the danger of frost has passed. Allow approximately 12–18 inches between plants.
Step 5: Maintain the Plants
Water regularly, control weeds, and allow the fern-like foliage to develop. Avoid harvesting during the first growing season so the roots can establish.
Water regularly, control weeds, and allow the fern-like foliage to develop. Avoid harvesting during the first growing season so the roots can establish.
Step 6: Harvest the Spears
Begin light harvesting when plants are established, with full harvesting generally starting in the third year. Harvest tender spears when they reach approximately 6–8 inches tall.
Begin light harvesting when plants are established, with full harvesting generally starting in the third year. Harvest tender spears when they reach approximately 6–8 inches tall.
Grow a Long-Lasting Vegetable Garden with Mary Washington Asparagus
Mary Washington Asparagus produces tender, flavorful green spears and provides dependable harvests from an established perennial planting. Its traditional heirloom characteristics and good rust resistance make it a popular choice for home vegetable gardens. Give plants plenty of sunlight, fertile soil, and time to establish for productive harvests in future seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about Mary Washington Asparagus seed starting, harvesting, and growing characteristics.
How long does Mary Washington Asparagus take to grow from seed?
Mary Washington Asparagus seeds generally germinate in approximately 10–21 days under suitable conditions. Seedlings need time to develop strong roots and crowns before producing a substantial harvest. Full harvesting generally begins around the third year after planting.
When should you harvest Mary Washington Asparagus spears?
Harvest established Mary Washington Asparagus plants in spring when spears reach approximately 6–8 inches tall. Avoid harvesting during the first year from seed. Begin with light harvesting when plants are sufficiently established and allow the fern foliage to grow after the harvest season to replenish the roots.
Is Mary Washington Asparagus resistant to rust disease?
Mary Washington is a traditional asparagus variety known for good resistance to asparagus rust. However, resistance does not mean complete immunity. Growing plants in sunny locations, providing good air circulation, maintaining proper spacing, and removing diseased foliage can help support healthier asparagus beds.