How to Grow Asparagus: 6 Step for Successful Growing

Asparagus is a perennial vegetable whose green and purple stalks elevate even the simplest spring dish. In addition to its culinary appeal, asparagus provides an excellent source of vitamin K and folate (essential for red blood cell formation).

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Follow the steps to plant your asparagus patch – one that will produce a tasty harvest for up to 20 years.

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How to Grow Asparagus in 6 Simple Steps

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Step 1: Select a Location

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Step 2: Acquire Seeds or Crowns

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Step 3: Prepare the Soil

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