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TRADING SINCE 1967
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ALL GROWN ON OUR NURSERY
Botanical name: Asparagus officinalis
Asparagus ‘Gijnlim’ is a vigorous, early cropping F1 hybrid asparagus developed in the Netherlands and widely grown across Europe. It produces long, smooth, deep green spears with slightly purple-tinged tips 💜 that are tightly closed and beautifully uniform. The spears are thick, straight, and tender, with a rich, sweet flavour perfect for steaming, grilling, or enjoying fresh from the garden 🍽️.
This variety produces all-male plants, meaning it puts all its energy into producing spears rather than seeds. This results in exceptionally heavy yields and excellent spear quality year after year. ‘Gijnlim’ is also known for being one of the earliest asparagus varieties to harvest in spring 🌸.
After harvesting, the plants develop tall, feathery, bright green fern-like foliage that can reach 1–1.5 metres high 🌿. In autumn the foliage turns a soft golden yellow 🍂 before dying back for winter.
Once established, an asparagus bed can remain productive for 15–20 years or more, making it a valuable long-term crop in the vegetable garden.
Early cropping F1 hybrid 🌱
Long, smooth deep green spears 💚
Attractive purple-tinged tips 💜
Tender spears with excellent flavour 😋
Very high-yielding all-male plants
Decorative fern-like foliage in summer 🌿
Long-lived perennial vegetable crop
Harvest season: Usually April to June in the UK 🇬🇧
Plant in full sun for best growth.
Choose a permanent position, as asparagus beds last many years.
A sheltered location helps early spring growth.
Asparagus grows best in:
Deep, fertile, well-drained soil
Soil enriched with compost or well-rotted manure
Ideal soil pH 6.5–7.5
Good drainage is important to prevent root diseases.
Most gardeners grow asparagus from crowns.
Planting time: Early spring (March–April).
1️⃣ Dig trenches about 20 cm deep.
2️⃣ Space plants 30–45 cm apart.
3️⃣ Leave 1–1.2 metres between rows.
4️⃣ Spread roots over a small mound of soil.
5️⃣ Cover lightly and gradually fill the trench as plants grow.
Keep soil moist during the first two years.
Established plants tolerate dry conditions but benefit from watering in dry weather.
Apply compost or well-rotted manure each spring.
A balanced fertiliser helps maintain strong growth and good crops.
Patience is important when growing asparagus.
Year 1: Do not harvest.
Year 2: Harvest lightly.
Year 3 onwards: Full harvest begins.
Cut spears when they reach 15–20 cm tall and before the tips open.
Stop harvesting by early summer so plants can build strength for next year.
After the harvest season:
Allow plants to grow into tall green fern-like foliage 🌿.
This feeds the roots for next year's crop.
When foliage turns golden yellow in autumn, cut stems down to ground level.
Possible problems include:
Asparagus beetle
Slugs on young shoots
Rust disease
Crown rot in poorly drained soils
Good garden hygiene and well-drained soil help keep plants healthy.
🌱 Gardener’s Tip:
Because of its early harvest, colourful green and purple spears, and strong yields, ‘Gijnlim’ is one of the most popular asparagus varieties for UK gardens and commercial growers.