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Asparagus 'Pacific Purple'

Asparagus officinalis 'Pacific Purple'

£12.99
£12.99

3 litre pot

Want to grow something a bit different? Asparagus 'Pacific Purple' isn’t just a vegetable—it’s a showpiece. With its rich colour and sweet taste, it’s a brilliant twist on a classic. Perfect for spring stir-fries, raw salads, or just steamed and buttered, this stunning variety adds beauty to the garden and flavour to your plate. It’s reliable, low maintenance, and long-lived—ideal for busy gardeners who still want big rewards. Grow your own and make your meals unforgettable.
  • Edible ornamental with striking colour
  • Retains some colour when lightly cooked
  • Suitable for home gardens and allotments
  • High in antioxidants

  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Very hardy

  • Flowers

    May, June

  • Soil type

    Light, sandy or loamy soils enriched with organic matter

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  • Why we like this plant

    If you're after a vegetable that’s as beautiful as it is tasty, 'Pacific Purple' ticks all the boxes. Its sweet flavour and deep colour elevate even the simplest dish, and it’s a conversation starter in the veg patch. With minimal care, it delivers harvests year after year—ideal for anyone wanting to grow food that feels a little special.

  • About this plant

    Asparagus 'Pacific Purple' is a striking and flavourful variety that stands out with its rich, deep purple spears and sweet, tender texture. Bred in New Zealand for gourmet quality, it offers high yields and a slightly milder, nuttier taste compared to green types. The spears can be eaten raw in salads or lightly steamed, retaining much of their unique colour. Hardy and productive, it’s an excellent choice for gardeners looking to grow a reliable and visually exciting crop at home.

  • Key features

    • Deep purple spears with tender texture
    • Sweet, mild flavour ideal for raw or cooked dishes
    • High-yielding variety
    • Visually striking addition to the kitchen garden
    • Perennial plant with long harvesting life
    • Performs well in UK climates
    • Can be harvested from second year onwards
    • Low maintenance once established

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 120–150cm | Spread: 45–60cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Develops tall, feathery foliage after harvest, bringing soft texture and movement to the garden throughout summer and into autumn.

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Best grown in a sunny, open position with good air circulation and protection from strong winds.

Planting guide

Plant crowns in early spring in trenches 20cm deep and 30cm wide. Space plants around 30–40cm apart. Gradually backfill as spears emerge, and avoid harvesting in the first year to allow strong root establishment.

Care tips

Mulch annually in spring, weed regularly, and water during dry spells in the first two years. Feed with a balanced fertiliser before growth starts each spring.

Winter care

Cut back the spent ferny foliage after it dies down in late autumn. Apply a generous mulch over crowns to insulate and enrich the soil for spring growth.