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'Jersey Giant' Asparagus |
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Hybrid. 7 to 10 days earlier than some varieties. Jersey series plants are all male. Tolerant of fusarium crown rot, rust in colder climates.
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Overall: (4.5 Stars)
Taste: (4.5 Stars)
Yield: (4.5 Stars)
Ease/Reliability: (4.2 Stars) |
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Number of Reviews: 4
KEY: O=Overall Rating, T=Taste, Y=Yield, E=Ease
Reviewed on 01/31/2010 by
prairiemoon2
- An experienced gardener
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Middlesex, Massachusetts, United States
Frost Free Season: 123 - 143 days
Soil Texture: Clay
Garden Size: Medium - 400 square feet to 1,600 square feet
Sun Exposure: 6 to 8 hours per day
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| This is our favorite |
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Reviewed on 01/21/2005 by
Beach Bum HB
- An experienced gardener
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Orange, California, United States
Frost Free Season: More than 203 days
Soil Texture: Loam
Garden Size: Medium - 400 square feet to 1,600 square feet
Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day
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| An excellent variety for my area. Has grown for over 10 years and still producing heavily. I have a bed of 12 plants which has multiplied to fill a 10 foot by 3 feet area in my garden. Very tasty both raw out of hand or in salads and cooked. |
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Reviewed on 12/16/2004 by
jomercer
- An experienced gardener
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Maryland, United States
Frost Free Season: 163 - 183 days
Soil Texture: Loam
Garden Size: Small - Less than 400 square feet (20' x 20')
Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day
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| Great producer. |
| | | 1 of 1 gardener found this review helpful.
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Reviewed on 10/12/2004 by
E Mancini
- An experienced gardener
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Jefferson, New York, United States
Frost Free Season: 163 - 183 days
Soil Texture: Clay
Garden Size: Large - More than 1,600 square feet (40' x 40')
Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day
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| I started with 20 plants 8 years ago and 20 more 7 years ago. I purchased 2 year old plants. The yield is much more than I can use. |
| | | 2 of 2 gardeners found this review helpful.
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