Asparagus is a healthy and tasty vegetable that is easy to grow on your own. In the article we will talk about the features of care and cultivation.
The soil
Asparagus will do well in light, loose, fertile soil with a pH of 6-7. Heavy loams that form a dense crust, as well as areas with a high level of groundwater, are unacceptable for it.
When planting in a planting trench, it must be filled with rotted manure, sprinkled with earth, and seeds of vegetable asparagus can be sown on top of this earth. Sow the seeds in the garden at a distance.
Watering
Water your asparagus frequently and generously for the first few weeks after planting, then reduce watering. But in dry weather, make sure that the soil is always wet, otherwise the shoots will be fibrous and start to taste bitter. After watering, gently loosen the soil around the plant to a depth of no more than 6-8 cm, so as not to damage the roots.
What kind of fertilizer does asparagus like
Asparagus officinalis will grow even better if fertilized in the spring. During the first three years, fertilize asparagus, as fertilizer promotes shoot growth. For asparagus officinalis, it is best to use a balanced fertilizer with an equal ratio of nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus.
