Asparagus Perennial Guild

A long-term perennial guild built around asparagus with compatible companion plants.

Food Production Soil: Well-drained Light: Full Sun Water: Moderate
Guild Ratings
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Pest Repellent

Marigold

Tagetes patula

Annual flower that repels nematodes and other pests. Adds color to the garden and attracts beneficial insects.

Native: No
Hardiness Zone: 2 - 11
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Requirement: Moderate
Soil pH Range: 5.8 - 7.0
Plant Size: 1.5' tall × 1.0' wide
Planting Season: May - June
Harvest Season: None - None

Vegetable

Jersey Knight Asparagus

Asparagus officinalis 'Jersey Knight'

Popular hybrid asparagus variety that's disease-resistant and produces thick, tender spears. Perennial vegetable.

Native: No
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Requirement: Moderate
Soil pH Range: 6.5 - 7.5
Plant Size: 5.0' tall × 3.0' wide
Planting Season: March - April
Harvest Season: April - May

Recommended Planting Instructions

No detailed planting instructions are available for this guild yet.

Planting Calendar

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Spring Planting (2 plants)
  • Marigold May - June
    Pest Repellent
  • Jersey Knight Asparagus March - April
    Vegetable
Summer Planting (1 plants)
  • Marigold May - June
    Pest Repellent

Harvest Calendar

Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Spring Harvest (1 plants)
  • Jersey Knight Asparagus April - May
    Vegetable

Monthly Activity Calendar

Plant Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Marigold P P
Jersey Knight Asparagus P P H H
P = Planting Time H = Harvest Time
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon
Difficulty: Easy Serves: 4 Season: Spring

A simple preparation that highlights the fresh flavor of spring asparagus.

Ingredients from this Guild:
  • Jersey Knight Asparagus
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Instructions:

1. Trim the woody ends from 1 pound of asparagus spears.
2. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3. Grill over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.
4. Transfer to a serving plate.
5. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest.
6. Serve immediately as a side dish.