Author | NZ Asparagus

The preferred climate of asparagus dictates the best growing regions. Best locations have rainfall in spring and summer. Frosts are seldom a problem, although late spring frosts may cause slight yield losses. Wind shelter is not essential but is beneficial in sites where strong winds are prevalent.

The lie of the land must be generally flat to undulating due to the machinery requirements.

Asparagus is requires both high fertility and high pH to grow well. Under such conditions, asparagus is likely to be highly productive if other conditions such as drainage and temperature suit its growth. The nutrients in the asparagus fern will eventually be recycled through the soil and back into the plants when the fern is […]