I recently ordered bare root Purple Passion asparagus crowns from StarkBros.com, and I'm really pleased with what I received. The crowns were large, healthy, and clearly fresh-no mold, rot, or dried-out spots.
I got them in the ground right away, and within a couple of weeks, I already see spears pushing up through the soil. It's so exciting to watch them grow! I chose Purple Passion for its sweeter flavor and beautiful color, and I can't wait to enjoy harvests for years to come.
Purple Passion Asparagus Plant
Description
The Purple Passion Asparagus will bring color to your garden!
This perennial vegetable is sweet and mild, with 20% more natural sugar. Purple or burgundy asparagus has sweeter stalks than green asparagus! These vitamin-rich spears are so tender, you can eat them right out of your garden.
You’ll love the unique, nutty flavor. The stalks of purple asparagus turn green when cooked. Purple Passion Asparagus is cold hardy and heat-tolerant.
Harvest asparagus plants from early April through mid-May.
Each order comes with a pack of 10 bare-root asparagus starts (mostly male).
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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Fruit Color | Purple |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 3 - 10 |
| Pollination | Not Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | Early April To Mid May |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.5 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Nutty, Sweet |
| Texture | Firm Smooth |
| Years to Bear | 3 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
When your plant matures, it will be approximately 3 - 4' tall x 12 - 24" wide.
Recommended Spacing
We recommend spacing these plants 12 - 24" apart to ensure room for growth.
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
3 - 10
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
Pollination is not required for this variety.
This variety does not require pollination to produce a harvestable crop.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow asparagus plants in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
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Customer Reviews
306 Ratings
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Rated 5 out of 5
Apr 17, 2025
5 Stars - Gorgeous Purple Asparagus Off to a Great Start!
Rated 5 out of 5
Nov 18, 2024
Bigger size & tender!
Just amazing! Some are the size of a half dollar at base, even those are tender down to ground level. Great size to BBQ! I have ordered these from Stark years ago & wanted to start another patch. I have not nor will not order any green ones after having had these, no comparison! I live in zone 6 with clay soil, which I did amend some with aged horse manure but have had plants show up here & there in original non-ameded soil, hardy/adventurous ones I guess! So give them a try!
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 28, 2024
Very happy!
Thriving and I expect to get a meal next spring! Very happy!
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 13, 2024
I have had these in the ground for two years now. They all came up and of course, I won't harvest until the third year.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 23, 2024
Planted in containers in spring and have been growing through fall.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 21, 2024
The Best
Absolutely the best asparagus you will ever put in your mouth! Easy to grow and delicious on your plate!
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 20, 2024
Growing very well in mid Michigan with partial shade.
These are ALL growing very well in less than ideal conditions, so I'm pretty stoked about what's gonna sprout up next year.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 11, 2024
Prolific purple asaparagus
I'm a bit of a skeptic of decently priced asparagus crowns and what not, but I thought $30, what's the worse that can happen? Package arrived timely, had the exact amount of asparagus crowns ordered, and I admit, I waited nearly 3.5 months to plant them. I had multiple life events prevent me from doing it earlier, so I wasn't expecting much. Boy, was I wrong! Not only did all 30 plants pop up, but they're now spreading and multiplying, and getting bigger and bigger each day! Truly cannot believe how fantastic of a plants these are. If I hadn't already ordered 30 in my first go around, I would have ordered many, many more. Highly recommend!
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 10, 2024
Purple bare root asparagus
All of the purple asparagus grew. This is the first year, so I have not been able to enjoy them yet. Very pleased with the growth of the plants. Letting them go to seed and looking forward to next season.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 7, 2024
SUPER ASPARAGUS
I ordered several bundles. Left one outside for a couple weeks because I forgot I didn't plant them. I preceded to bury them. No prep, no special treatment, haphazard at best because there was little to no hope. In a week they were up and thriving.
I forgot I planted these. Somehow a few I planted a few years ago survived me not caring for them at all in zone 8. Need more, they taste great.
Like the color
Great selection, great price, timely delivery
Been wanting to try this purple asparagus.