Asparagus ‘Pacific Purple’ is a distinctive and highly regarded variety, prized for its vibrant purple spears and naturally sweet, tender flavour. This early-cropping asparagus is particularly well suited to forcing and produces reliable harvests once established. Supplied as strong one-year-old crowns, it performs well in Irish growing conditions.

The striking colour of the spears adds visual interest as well as flavour, making Pacific Purple a popular choice for gardeners looking to grow something a little different. Like all asparagus, it rewards patience with many years of productive cropping.

Key Features
✓ Unique purple asparagus variety
✓ Naturally sweet, tender spears
✓ Early harvesting and suitable for forcing
✓ Supplied as strong one-year-old crowns
✓ Reliable long-term crop once established

Size
✓ Mature height: approx. 90cm (36 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Plant in autumn or spring
✓ Planting depth: approx. 12cm (5 inches)
✓ Spacing: approx. 30cm (12 inches) between crowns
✓ Prefers a sunny position with well-drained soil

Aftercare
Allow plants to establish fully before harvesting, usually after the second year. Keep beds weed-free and feed annually to encourage strong spear production. Crowns will continue producing for many seasons once established.