{"title":"Asparagus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsparagus Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"202\"\u003e(Asparagus officinalis)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"205\"\u003eA perennial vegetable with a long history of use throughout the Mediterranean. Asparagus is best cooked lightly and rewards patience in the garden. Seeds are naturally slow to germinate, and young plants need a full year of growth with spears left to die back and feed the developing root system. Crowns usually give a light harvest in the second year and reach full production by the third. They perform best in regions with a defined cold winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eMale seedlings tend to crop more heavily and can often be identified at transplanting by their thicker stems. Each winter, cut back old fronds, fertilise, and mulch well. This is also the ideal time to lift and transplant crowns if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1058\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ePrefers light, friable soils with a pH close to 7.0. Choose a sunny or lightly shaded position and enrich with well-rotted manure and deep mulch. Sow after frost.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"asparagus-mary-washington-243","title":"Asparagus Mary Washington Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"522\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eA well known and reliable asparagus producing long, straight, large spears with tight tips and excellent flavour. ‘Mary Washington’ is valued for its resistance to some types of rust and consistent performance across a range of conditions. It became the most popular asparagus variety in Australia during the 1940s and remains a trusted choice for home gardeners establishing permanent asparagus beds. Once established, plants are long lived and highly productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"522\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 50 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eTropics: April to June\u003cbr data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eSubtropics: May to July\u003cbr data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eMild climates: July to September\u003cbr data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eCold climates: September to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1084\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"755\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eSow seed 1 to 2 cm deep into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Keep soil evenly moist during germination, which may take several weeks. Thin or transplant seedlings to 30 to 45 cm apart, with rows spaced 90 to 120 cm apart. Do not harvest in the first year, allowing crowns to fully establish for long term productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649680003290,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Asparagus_MaryWashington2.jpg?v=1765938735"},{"product_id":"asparagus-pea-1874","title":"Asparagus Pea Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"558\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eLotus tetragonolobus L. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eA traditional Mediterranean legume grown for its young, tender pods and attractive deep red flowers. Pods are best harvested while young, before they exceed 25 mm, to avoid toughness, and can be eaten fresh in salads, lightly stir fried, or added to soups and stews. The seeds can also be eaten like peas once mature. Plants are productive and adaptable, tolerating cooler conditions, and typically reach harvest in around 55 to 70 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"558\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 25 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eTropics: Mar to Jun\u003cbr data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eSubtropics: Mar to Jul\u003cbr data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eMild climates: Feb to Sep\u003cbr data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eCold and forest climates: Jan to Oct\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"1045\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"781\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eSow as for peas, directly into well drained soil in full sun. Sow seed 3 to 4 cm deep and keep soil evenly moist during establishment. Space plants 15 to 20 cm apart, with rows 40 to 50 cm apart. Regular harvesting of young pods encourages continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting\/sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow in early spring or late summer. Avoid hot weather. Space seeds 5–8cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375907197146,"sku":"prefix_681c1f7360e7c7.42216407","price":4.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375907229914,"sku":"prefix_681c1f7360e823.86879863","price":9.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/AsparagusPea.jpg?v=1765939009"},{"product_id":"asparagus-early-of-argenteuil-1907","title":"Asparagus Early Of Argenteuil Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eA renowned French heirloom asparagus producing thick, rose purple stems with distinctive purple tipped spears. Celebrated for its excellent flavour, this variety is an early producer in spring and has long been prized in French cuisine. In France, spears are traditionally blanched under soil or covers to produce the pale, tender white asparagus often referred to as white gold. Plants are vigorous and long lived once established, making this a rewarding variety for permanent asparagus beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 50 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eTropics: April to June\u003cbr data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eSubtropics: May to July\u003cbr data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eMild climates: July to September\u003cbr data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eCold climates: September to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1279\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"881\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eSow seed 1 to 2 cm deep into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Keep soil evenly moist during germination, which may take several weeks. Thin or transplant seedlings to 30 to 45 cm apart, with rows spaced 90 to 120 cm apart. Avoid harvesting in the first year to allow crowns to fully establish. Well prepared soil and patience will reward growers with high quality spears for many seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375908442330,"sku":"prefix_681c1f736d4c37.27165913","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":46375908475098,"sku":"prefix_681c1f736d4ca0.96649814","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":46375908507866,"sku":"prefix_681c1f736d4cd0.88090162","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g","offer_id":46375908540634,"sku":"prefix_681c1f736d4ce3.81330262","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"400g","offer_id":46375908573402,"sku":"prefix_681c1f736d4d00.78165541","price":252.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/less-perfect-looking.png?v=1770855002"},{"product_id":"asparagus-sweet-purple-2098","title":"Asparagus Sweet Purple Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"473\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"52\"\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eA hardy, productive perennial asparagus producing distinctive purple spears that are up to 20 percent sweeter than green asparagus. The spears are tender, almost stringless, and contain significantly less fibre, making them especially enjoyable fresh or lightly cooked. Plants are long lived and can remain productive for up to 30 years when well established, making this a valuable addition to permanent food gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"473\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 10 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eTropics: April to June\u003cbr data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eSubtropics: May to July\u003cbr data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eMild climates: July to September\u003cbr data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eCold climates: September to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"1038\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"706\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eSow seed 1 to 2 cm deep into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Keep soil evenly moist during germination, which may take several weeks. Thin or transplant seedlings to 30 to 45 cm apart, with rows spaced 90 to 120 cm apart. Avoid harvesting in the first year to allow crowns to establish, supporting long term productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649656410330,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/download_833dc226-06aa-4d74-8815-5018a1b95627.jpg?v=1754016858"},{"product_id":"asparagus-connovers-colossal-242","title":"Asparagus Connovers Colossal Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eA classic heritage asparagus producing thick, dark green shoots with excellent flavour. Developed in 1873 and listed in Australia by 1897, ‘Connover’s Colossal’ was the most popular asparagus variety for many years before being superseded by Mary Washington. Plants are long lived and productive once established, making this a rewarding crop for patient gardeners with space for a permanent bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 16 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eTropics: April to June\u003cbr data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eSubtropics: May to July\u003cbr data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eMild climates: July to September\u003cbr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eCold climates: September to October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"1077\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"691\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eSow seed 1 to 2 cm deep into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. 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