Asparagus 'Pacific Challenger' (12 crowns)

Code: ASP010

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Asparagus officinalis 'Pacific Challenger'

This new F1 hybrid is very well suited to cooler climates and performs well in wet soil conditions. It is one of the most disease resistant varieties with tolerance to Phytophora and Fusarium crown and root rot. Produces heavy crops of slender green spears with tight tips and very good flavour.

Season: mid.

Available for delivery: April - late May.

Asparagus is expensive to buy in the shops but is easy to grow and tastes delicious freshly harvested from the garden. In our opinion there is no other vegetable that beats home-grown asparagus, simply steamed and served with melted butter or Hollondaise sauce. We supply large one year old crowns which will establish quickly so that you can harvest your first crop (we recommend only sparingly) just one year after planting. Plants should be spaced 38cm (15in) apart in rows 1m (3ft) apart. Asparagus crowns are available from April to late May.

Are you eager to grow your own asparagus but feel daunted by the long-term commitment? While it’s true that asparagus takes patience, the reward of having your own asparagus bed producing for up to 20 years is truly incomparable. Our hand-graded, quality asparagus crowns give you a head start, reducing the time to your first harvest.

Perhaps you’re concerned about choosing the right variety for your garden. We understand this common dilemma. That’s why we offer a diverse range. Choose from ‘Pacific Challenger’ and ‘Gijnlim’ (both of which are very disease-resistant), ‘Guelph Millennium’ (recommended for colder areas) and ‘Burgundine’ (a purple asparagus that is sweeter than most green types).

While asparagus does require a dedicated bed, even a small plot can yield a satisfying crop. Soil preparation is key wherever you choose to grow your asparagus. Our comprehensive planting guide walks you through each step of the process, from soil preparation to planting depth, ensuring your asparagus gets the best possible start.

For those of you worried about pest and disease issues, we offer resistant varieties and provide guidance on maintaining healthy plants. From tips on weed control to advice on preventing asparagus beetle, we’re here to help you nurture your asparagus bed successfully.

We understand the patience required when establishing an asparagus bed. To ease this, we offer well-developed one-year-old crowns, giving you a head start on your asparagus-growing journey. With proper care, you could be enjoying your first light harvest just one year after planting.

Embrace the rewarding experience of growing your own asparagus, savouring the unparalleled taste of freshly picked spears, and enjoy the pride of nurturing a perennial crop that improves year after year. With Pomona Fruits, you’re not just buying quality asparagus crowns; you’re investing in years of delicious harvests and the satisfaction of growing this gourmet vegetable at home.

Carriage & packing charges

Our standard delivery charge to mainland UK is £9.95. Some items (where stated) are p&p inclusive. If you are only ordering items that are p&p inclusive, the standard delivery charge does not apply.

Some deliveries to the Scottish Islands, parts of Scotland, the Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Scily Isles may incur surcharges. If a surcharge is applicable, you may not be able to complete your order online. Please telephone us on 01255 440410 for a delivery quotation.

We regret that due to Brexit we are no longer able to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the rest of Europe.

Despatch Dates

We regret we are unable to give precise delivery dates as weather conditions can affect the despatch schedule. The following information (which applies to orders placed online and over the phone) should only be used as a guide and on the understanding that we may not be able to keep to these dates precisely. Please note, delivery usually takes longer when payment is made by cheque.

If you have any specific requests concerning the timing of your delivery (e.g. if you are likely to be going away on holiday) please let us know. It is not usually possible for us to bring forward delivery dates but we can delay the despatch of your order from the normal run.

Fruit trees, soft fruit bushes, ornamental trees & hedging (bare root)

Bare root fruit trees, soft fruit bushes, ornamental trees and hedging are available from late November/December until late April.

Orders placed before the 30th November will usually be despatched by mid/late December.

Orders placed between 1st December and 31st December will usually be despatched late December/January.

Orders placed after the 1st January will usually be delivered within 28 days of the order being placed.

Fruit trees & soft fruit bushes (pot grown)

Pot grown fruit trees, gooseberries and currants are available April to late August and will usually be despatched within 14 days.

Blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, elderberries, honeyberries, lingonberries, figs, goji berries and grapes are normally available throughout the year. If ordered April to late September they will normally be despatched within 14 days unless ordered with plants that are due to be despatched at a later date. Under these circumstances, to avoid additional carriage charges, the entire order will be sent together when everything is available. Outside this period, delivery may take up to 28 days or longer if ordered with plants that are due to be despatched at a later date.

Cell Grown Raspberries

Cell grown raspberries are available from May to late July and will usually be despatched within 14 days.

Strawberry plants (Runners)

Unless otherwise stated in the product description, fresh dug strawberry plants will be despatched from mid October to late November. Coldstored strawberry plants will be despatched from March to late June. Orders placed during these periods will usually be delivered within 28 days. Some varieties are only available as coldstored plants (see product description for availability).

Vegetable Plants

Vegetable plants are available from mid May to late July. As a very rough guide, plants ordered before the end of April will usually be despatched by late May. Plants ordered after May will usually be despatched by early June.

Asparagus crowns

Asparagus crowns will be despatched from April to late May. Orders placed during this period will be despatched within 28 days.

Hardware

Hardware is usually despatched within 14 days unless ordered with plants that are due to be despatched at a later date.

Biological Controls (Natural Predators) & Bumblebee Hives

Natural Predators and Bumble Bee hives are only despatched at the appropriate time of year (see product description for detailed information). When “in season” they are despatched direct from our supplier in batches on a weekly basis - we send orders to our supplier 12pm Tuesday and they despatch these orders Wednesday the following week. Natural Predators are sent by first class post, bumblebee hives are sent by carrier.

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