Purple Passion is an asparagus with deep burgundy spears, high sugar content and tender texture. Young spears are often eaten raw. Supplied as large-graded 1-2 year crowns for Zones 4-9.
Plant outside in mid-spring about 3-4 weeks before the last frost. Set roots 12-14 inches apart in a trench 6-8 inches below ground in rows 4-5 feet apart, covering first with 2 inches of soil and filling gradually. Light cutting is possible the year after the bed is established. Live roots ship mid-March through end of April.
