Asparagus officinalis 'Guelph Millennium'
#CPBR1427
Asparagus officinalis 'Guelph Millennium' - Guelph Millennium Asparagus from NVK Nurseries
More About Asparagus officinalis 'Guelph Millennium' (CPBR1427)
- New, improved, male cultivar
- Tolerance to rust and other common asparagus problems
- Spears bigger and more plentiful the older cultivars
Interesting Notes:
Bred by a team from the University of Guelph at Simcoe, this cultivar shows tolerance to heavier soils and cooler temperatures than other cultivars.
Zone:
3Height:
125-150 cmSpread:
45-50 cmGuelph Millennium Asparagus Growing and Maintenance Tips
Asparagus thrives in a well-drained, deep soil with plenty of sunlight. The addition of potassium and phosphorous before planting increases plant health. Serious harvest should not begin until the third year. Plants should be top-dressed with rotted compost after every harvest season.
Asparagus officinalis 'Guelph Millennium' (CPBR1427) Characteristics
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Edible
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedAverage to Dry Soils