My mom also foraged wild asparagus, although we had enough. She didn't waste anything, when it came to feeding us. I don't think cutting it back in winter will be a problem. Everyone in my region (Austria) has to, to prevent damage from asparagus beetles - unfortunately, it's a thing here. They should be fine.
I used to have a huge amount of wild asparagus growing along my fence, so I never planted it, but my husband cut it back in the winter and I think it will take another season to come back. I'm so sad.
It looks like you live in a tomato friendly zone. The Netherlands was not fun for tomato growing, so damp and wet. Sweden has turned out much better though the warm season is shorter. I'm excited trying out one of my favourites 'Bosque bumble bee' here this year. Are you trying out any new ones?
Yes, my new region is much drier and warmer than the Tyrol. I still use a polytunnel, though, to be safe, in case the outdoor tomatoes have a bad year. New this year: 'Pink Accordion'. It's so hard to choose!
Tomato sommeliers are indeed something we need - what a great idea. Your selection of cherry tomatoes looks so pretty - and so much more appetising than the uniform red that most shops sell.
Intrigued that white asparagus was predominant in Austria - it used to be the same in the Lot region of France where we used to holiday as a family. I don't dislike it but I never understood its appeal over the green stuff, which is so delicious. Luckily, we are very much hooked on the green version here in the UK. Now I just need to try to grow it myself!
How far along were your asparagus when you moved them? I’m moving soon and am considering whether or not I can take my patch with me, just 45 minutes away. They are between 3-5 years old, with a few new crowns I added just last year to expand the bed. What are my survival odds?
I moved them in large crates with as much soil as possible around the roots/crowns. Hubby got in on the action and dug a good circle around them so we wouldn't harm the roots. I planted in trenches and still follow the old recommendation of planting the crowns on a mound, so I dug deep and used compost for the mounds.
My mom also foraged wild asparagus, although we had enough. She didn't waste anything, when it came to feeding us. I don't think cutting it back in winter will be a problem. Everyone in my region (Austria) has to, to prevent damage from asparagus beetles - unfortunately, it's a thing here. They should be fine.
I used to have a huge amount of wild asparagus growing along my fence, so I never planted it, but my husband cut it back in the winter and I think it will take another season to come back. I'm so sad.
My reply to you is below - forgot to specify it for you. Sorry!
It looks like you live in a tomato friendly zone. The Netherlands was not fun for tomato growing, so damp and wet. Sweden has turned out much better though the warm season is shorter. I'm excited trying out one of my favourites 'Bosque bumble bee' here this year. Are you trying out any new ones?
Yes, my new region is much drier and warmer than the Tyrol. I still use a polytunnel, though, to be safe, in case the outdoor tomatoes have a bad year. New this year: 'Pink Accordion'. It's so hard to choose!
The most exciting time of the year!
Yes!
Tomato sommeliers are indeed something we need - what a great idea. Your selection of cherry tomatoes looks so pretty - and so much more appetising than the uniform red that most shops sell.
Intrigued that white asparagus was predominant in Austria - it used to be the same in the Lot region of France where we used to holiday as a family. I don't dislike it but I never understood its appeal over the green stuff, which is so delicious. Luckily, we are very much hooked on the green version here in the UK. Now I just need to try to grow it myself!
“Tomato sommelier should be a job, I swear.”
Ha, ha, yes!
How far along were your asparagus when you moved them? I’m moving soon and am considering whether or not I can take my patch with me, just 45 minutes away. They are between 3-5 years old, with a few new crowns I added just last year to expand the bed. What are my survival odds?
That should be fine. Mine were also 3-5 years old. Thanks for reading!
Thank you! Most advice online is rather dire about moving them, so I appreciate that. Any tips for the transplantation?
I moved them in large crates with as much soil as possible around the roots/crowns. Hubby got in on the action and dug a good circle around them so we wouldn't harm the roots. I planted in trenches and still follow the old recommendation of planting the crowns on a mound, so I dug deep and used compost for the mounds.
That’s how I planted them originally, too. Thanks so much 🙏 for your input.
Good luck!
All I can say is "go for it"! Asparagus can also be direct sowed and it would be interesting to try it in a large container with good drainage.