Q. We have a well-established asparagus bed that is being invaded by chickweed. We are reluctant to use an herbicide. Is it possible to use pine needle mulch to prevent the inundation of this weed ...

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 ...

As I am sure you know, once upon a time there were three little pigs. One built his house of bricks, one of sticks, and the lazy one built a house of straw. I forget the details, but I think the lazy ...

One of the greatest joys of my home garden is my asparagus bed. Planted for about seven years now, this patch of perennial goodness just keeps getting better every spring. I’ve written a few times ...

Asparagus is a long-lived perennial vegetable crop that is a favorite for many people. If cared for properly, asparagus beds can be maintained for decades. Did you know that asparagus has male and ...

If you want a concrete example of rebirth and the potential for new beginnings, just walk an asparagus field in early spring. What a few weeks before had been acres of brown raw dirt is now studded ...

The previous owners had an asparagus party each year and my friend has gleefully kept up the tradition. As a selling point, I would rank an asparagus bed over a hot tub or a tennis court any day. It ...

Asparagus is an excellent source of folacin, a B vitamin that helps keep the circulatory system strong, and it’s a good source of potassium and vitamin C. Gardeners have been growing asparagus ...

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Spring is just around the corner and gardeners can hardly wait to get their hands in the soil. Got questions before you get started? Get answers from Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool ...

Asparagus thrives with the help of well-chosen companion plants like strawberries, dill, and marigolds. These plants enhance asparagus growth by deterring pests, suppressing weeds, and enriching the ...