Asparagus Ariane F1
Asparagus Ariane F1
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The Asparagus Ariane F1 variety offers top-quality, flavourful spears that are both tall and slender, with vibrant green stalks and distinct, tight purple-tipped buds. For best results, limit harvesting during the first year to boost your yield in the following season.
Once grown this Asparagus is perfect for sautéing, steaming, or stir-frying, these delicious spears are full of flavour and great with a number of different dishes.
Pack Size: 10 Seeds
Sowing Period
- When to Sow: March to April
Sowing Method
- Where to Sow: Sow seeds in a tray filled with seed compost, spacing them well apart, or use peat pots. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into small pots and continue growing them on.
Transplanting Time
- When to Transplant: Plant out in the following April into well-prepared beds. Dig trenches 20cm (8") deep and 30cm (12") wide for planting.
Harvest Time
- Maturity: Ready to harvest from April to June the following year.
Growing Tip
- For better yields, limit the harvest in the first year to allow the plants to establish strong root systems for future seasons.
Nutritional Benefits
- Asparagus is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and is a good source of folate and fiber, making it a nutritious addition to any diet.