Description: Asparagus Uc157 F2 Perennial Non-GMO Vegetable HEIRLOOM 30 Seeds PLANT INFORMATION UC157, (F2) Asparagus SeedsAsparagus officinalis. Perennial. (F2) Grows 36-48 InchesLight cuttings in 2 years; Regular cuttings thereafterAdaptable to full sun or partial shadeUC 157 is the most widely planted fresh market asparagus variety in the world. Developed by Frank Takatori and Frank Southers at the University of California at Riverside in 1978.UC 157 is tolerant of Rust (Puccinia asparagi) and highly tolerant of Fusarium (Fusarium oxysporum). F2 is the second generation hybrid produced from the original UC 157, developed and released by University of California-Davis. This variety shows earliness in production, multi-spear initiation (3-5 at a time), uniformity in color & size, and heavier yields than other commercial varieties.UC157 F2 prefers milder winters it can be grown successfully anywhere in the USA using mulch during cold winters. Early spears have uniform light green, tight and tapering heads. Grown as an annual north of its hardiness range, V. bonariensis is a staple of the cottage garden, cutting garden, and meadow. It tolerates poor soils beautifully, asking only for good drainage and plenty of sunshine. The ideal addition to a wildflower garden! Perennial in zones 7-10. FAST FACTS Name: Asparagus Seeds - UC-157 F2Botanical Name: Asparagus officinalisLife Cycle: PerennialLight Requirement: Full Sun, Partial SunPlanting Season: Warm SeasonPlant Type: Perennial Vegetable, Spears with Scale-like TipsFeatures: Hybrid, Drought Tolerant, Container Garden, Deer ResistantFruit Size: 8 inch ShootsDays to Maturity: 120-365 DaysPlant Spacing: 18-20 inchesPlanting Depth: 1 inchSowing Method: Direct Sow, Start IndoorsCold Stratification: YesHardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 HOW TO GROW ASPARAGUS When to plant:Depending on the temperature of the soil, it can take asparagus seeds up to two months to germinate.Time the planting to be ready to transplant the shoots 10 to 12 weeks later.The best time to plant the shoots into your perennial bed is in early spring, after all danger of frost has passed. How to plant: Though it takes 3 years to harvest from seed, once established, the asparagus plant is long-lived and loyal, staying in the garden for 15 years or longer. Because of this, choose your asparagus planting site wisely!Asparagus plants like full sun, in well-drained soil.It’s best to start your asparagus seeds in flats, planting 1” deep.Keep asparagus beds well weeded and cut plants back to 1" in autumn and mulch with organic matter.Asparagus is a perennial that needs a cold period for dormancy. When to Harvest: Begin the asparagus harvest when plants are 3 years old and fully developed. Cut spears slightly below soil level being careful not to damage underground spears on their way up. Harvest when spears are 8-10” tall and about the diameter of a pencil. Catch them before the buds begin to feather out, by that time it’s too late to harvest. Long Bloomers WE SHIP FAST &FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg)ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICEWe will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment!Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller's performance? In general, here's what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS isexperiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respondwithin a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need todo an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness!30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received.
Price: 3.98 USD
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
End Time: 2024-02-27T09:47:32.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Cultivating Difficulty: Very Easy
Planting Time: 5 Weeks
Type: Vegetable Seeds
Growth Habit: Tall
Soil Type: Any
Features: Perennial, Edible
Color: Green
Climate: Varied Climates
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Full Sun, Medium Sun
MPN: MNS-A
Genus: Asparagus officinalis
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Common Name: Asparagus
Life Cycle: Perennial
Brand: Mother Nature's Seeds
Watering: Medium
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer