One of the most prized possessions in a home garden is a mature bed of asparagus. I say prized because it is a true accomplishment to be able to walk into your own backyard in April and harvest ...

Once established, an asparagus bed can produce for up to 20 years or more with minimal maintenance. As a passionate gardener, I'm excited to share the secrets to successfully growing asparagus in ...

Growing asparagus requires patience — from planting to harvest takes two to three years, but the wait is well worth the reward.

CORVALLIS – Growing asparagus requires patience – from planting to harvest takes two to three years, but the wait is well worth the reward.

Make sure any plant debris is removed from the bed at the end of the season, so the adult beetles have less shelter for overwintering. They may hide in leaf litter or hollow cut asparagus stems.

Perennial borders and flower beds are made more beautiful by the addition of a clump or two of asparagus. This long-lived vegetable truly is the poster child for the “edible” landscape.

Barb Fick, horticulturist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, said preparing an asparagus bed properly may reward you for years.

Walter Reeves answers Atlanta-area lawn and garden questions, including weed issues in an asparagus bed, and fighting poison ivy in an English ivy bed.

Get the recipe for Grilled Asparagus with Raclette at PBS Food. Layer Raclette, a melty cheese, under a broiler for an easy Summer side dish.

Growing asparagus requires patience. But, a dedicated bed will produce a bountiful supply for 12 to 15 years.

Asparagus is ridiculously easy to grow. I helped a lawyer friend — whose gardening skills are at best modest — plant an asparagus bed some 15 years ago.