Dear Carol: In the spring of 2007, we planted an asparagus bed from "Martha Washington" seeds. The soil was well-tilled and composted. Everything was going well; the plants were sending up spears and ...

Perennial vegetables are an elite group and are prized for their ability to produce a harvest year after year. Asparagus is one of these valued veggies, and, best of all, it's very easy to grow. Like ...

After years of growing asparagus, I've learned that these perennial vegetables can be either the anchor of a thriving garden ecosystem or a source of endless frustration – it all depends on what you ...

One of the greatest joys of my home garden is my asparagus bed. Planted for about seven years now, this patch of perennial goodness just keeps getting better every spring. I’ve written a few times ...

Asparagus, From Crowns to Cropping takes you through the whole process. No dig apart from making a hole large enough for the spreading roots of your crowns. The big differences between my easier ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The overwhelming majority of vegetables which gardeners love to grow in Greater Columbus are annual plants, which means that they ...

Growing asparagus requires patience — from planting to harvest takes two to three years, but the wait is well worth the reward. Homegrown asparagus is one of the earliest vegetables of spring. Its ...

One of the most prized possessions in a home garden is a mature bed of asparagus. I say prized because it is a true accomplishment to be able to walk into your own backyard in April and harvest ...

The first freshly picked spears of asparagus are a welcome gift after a long winter. Elsewhere in the garden, early spring planting takes a while to show results, as potato stems break the soil ...

CORVALLIS – Growing asparagus requires patience – from planting to harvest takes two to three years, but the wait is well worth the reward. Homegrown asparagus is one of the earliest vegetables of ...

Growing this perennial vegetable is easier than you might think. Perennial vegetables are an elite group and are prized for their ability to produce a harvest year after year. Asparagus is one of ...