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Asparagus Seeds - UC 72

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Asparagus officinalis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 120 to 365 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Green

Grow Open-Pollinated Asparagus - Grow UC 72 Asparagus Seeds

A Mary Washington variety, UC72 Asparagus produces heavy yields of dark green spears that are usually larger than Mary Washington. Tolerant to Fusarium Wilt and Rust and more heat and drought tolerant than other asparagus varieties.

  • • Known to be more heat and drought tolerant than other asparagus varieties
  • • High yielder of dark green spears
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 18 to 20 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 99
1 Ounce 1,000

Planting Guide

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Asparagus Seeds - UC 72

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Asparagus Seeds - UC 72 FAQs

What is UC 72 Asparagus also known as?

UC 72 Asparagus is also known as Sparrow Grass.

Is UC 72 Asparagus resistant to animals or disease?

UC 72 Asparagus is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is UC 72 Asparagus?

UC 72 Asparagus is an open pollinated seed.

How big will UC 72 Asparagus get?

UC 72 Asparagus grows to 8 to 10 inch shoots.

What is the flavor profile of UC 72 Asparagus?

UC 72 Asparagus has a flavor profile described as sweet and nutty.

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