Asparagus Crowns – 2 Crown Packs (Connover’s Colossal, Gijnlim F1, Pacific Purple)

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Asparagus is a long-lived, high-value perennial vegetable that rewards patience with decades of harvests. These premium 2-crown packs from Taylors Bulbs offer strong, healthy crown s selected for reliable establishment, vigour, and excellent spear quality. Once planted and established, asparagus produces tender spring spears year after year, making it an ideal crop for permanent vegetable beds, allotments, and productive gardens. Choose from three proven varieties, each offering distinct characteristics in flavour, colour, and performance. Available Varieties (Choose an Option) Connover’s Colossal A classic heritage asparagus variety known for its thick, tender green spears and excellent flavour. Reliable, vigorous, and well suited to traditional asparagus beds. Strong, productive heritage variety Thick green spears with good flavour Ideal for long-term asparagus beds Gijnlim F1 A modern, high-yielding all-male F1 hybrid producing early, uniform spears with outstanding productivity. Favoured by commercial and home growers alike. Early cropping High yields of uniform spears All-male hybrid for improved performance Pacific Purple A striking variety producing deep purple spears with a sweeter, less fibrous texture. Spears turn green when cooked but retain excellent flavour. Attractive purple spears Sweeter taste than green varieties Excellent for fresh eating and gourmet dishes Key Features Supplied as 2 crown packs Premium quality crowns from Taylors Bulbs Long-lived perennial vegetable Reliable spring harvests once established Suitable for gardens, allotments, and raised beds Three proven varieties to choose from. How to Grow Asparagus Crowns Plant asparagus crowns in early spring as soon as soil conditions allow. Prepare a deep, weed-free bed enriched with plenty of organic matter. Dig trenches around 20–25 cm deep, spacing crowns 30–45 cm apart, with 45–60 cm between rows. Spread the roots carefully over a small mound of soil in the trench and cover lightly. As shoots grow, gradually fill in the trench over several weeks. Keep plants well watered during establishment. Do not harvest spears in the first year. Light harvesting can begin in the second year, with full cropping from the third year onwards. Frequently Asked Questions How long will asparagus plants last?Once established, asparagus can produce for 15–20 years or more. When can I start harvesting?Do not harvest in year one. Light harvests in year two, full harvests from year three. Which variety should I choose? Choose Connover’s Colossal for a traditional, reliable variety Choose Gijnlim F1 for early, heavy yields Choose Pacific Purple for colour and sweeter flavour Do asparagus crowns need full sun?Yes. A sunny position is essential for strong growth and good yields. Perfect For Permanent vegetable beds Allotment growing Long-term food production Gardeners investing in perennial crops Show more