Fast growing and extremely hardy, high yielding. 18 months from planting till the first usable harvest. Suited to cooler climates.
Dark/light green spears and tips, creamy flesh - delicious when eaten steamed, boiled, in stir fries & salads.
Ideally grown in vegetable plot in a permanent position. Produces crops for up to 15 years, high yielding succulent, tender spears.
Plant from Late Winter /Early Spring, 60cm apart in Full Sun/Part Shade position in rich, well drained soil. Needs to be planted in a permanent position.
Grows to 90cm-1.5m. Harvest in Spring/Summer.