Asparagus, Millenium
Asparagus officinalis
Family: Asparagaceae
Bundle of 25 at sale
Sourced from MA
High yielding. Harvest 2-3 years. Good flavor
General Information
Recommended Spacing (ft) 2 - 3 Mature Width (ft) 1 - 2 Mature Height (ft) 4 Pollination Needs Pollination not required Bloom Time April - May Ripens/Harvest April - May Soil pH 7.0 - 7.2 Soil Type Loam Soil Moisture Well-drained Sun Preference Full Sun Taste Tender, slightly bitter Texture Crisp, crunchy Description
Millennium asparagus, developed by Professor David Wolyn, University of Guelph, Canada, has become a major contributor to the Ontario asparagus industry. Named "Seed of the Year" in 2005 at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto. In Nourse's trial, Millennium has been productive, with high-quality, tender spears and good flavor. Thought to be best adapted to heavier soils, but results from Nourse's grower survey indicate success with a wide range of soil types.
Asparagus plants produce a light harvest in the 2nd year, a larger harvest in the 3rd year, and a full harvest in subsequent years.
[taken from noursefarms.com]
$20.00Price