Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid'

Edible Asparagus

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Common Name:

Edible Asparagus

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

110 cm

Maximum width:

145 cm

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Description

The Asparagus 'KB3 Hybrid' is disease resistant and a heavy yielder of tender, flavorful spears. This is an open pollinated variety. Hardy in sub zero and hot desert areas. KB3 Hybrid's lower winter-kill percentage makes this a popular variety grown by home gardeners. Grows well throughout the Midwest.

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Blooming

Fragrant white or pink flowers appear in summmer, followed by red, orange, or purple berries.

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Growth

Perennial. One of the first vegetables that is ready for harvest in spring. Provide full sun exposure for best growth. Spears that aren't harvested grow into fern like stems. Asparagus plants are salt tolerant and established plants can withstand drought.

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Planting

Propagate from crowns or domrant one-year-old roots purchased from a nursery. Plant in spring in trenches in sandy soil. Space crowns 4-5 ft apart. Amend soil with compost before planting.

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Pest

Best to choose disease resistant varieties as fusarium root rot and rust disease can cause major problems including disfigurement and death of the asparagus plant. Aspargus beetles feed on the spears and ferns and decrease yield if present in high numbers. Control beetles by destroying old ferns in fall, spraying adult beetles with neem oil, and removing larvae from ferns in summer.

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Interesting facts

Postulated to have origins along the Mediterranean sandy coasts. Cultivated for thousands of years and most popularly used in casseroles and salads.

Edible Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis 'KB3 Hybrid') - Soil and irrigation

Does best in rich, moist sandy soil with good drainage. Keep beds well watered, especially when young.