The new crowns want to be kept moist and not harvested ... Asparagus crowns do spread and multiply over the years, which can lead to asparagus beds becoming overcrowded. A cramped bed means ...

The perennial asparagus is an excellent vegetable to add to your garden. The plant stays productive for well over 15 years in the right conditions, and it can serve as an ornamental with its ferny ...

David Malosh for The New York Times Buttery polenta serves as a soft, savory bed for asparagus and peas. Linda Xiao for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Monica Pierini. This recipe finishes ...

Follow our guide to growing your own supply of fresh seasonal spears and watch Toby Buckland as he plants an asparagus bed at Greenacre. Asparagus is a perennial vegetable, which makes it good for ...