2019 Burrell Seed Catalog

ARTICHOKE Green Globe . . . . . . . . . . . . 10A 80 Days from Transplant | Artichokes are a tender perennial in Zone 7.

However, Green Globe artichokes can be started indoors and moved outside when all danger of frost is past. Plant 4 to 5 artichoke seeds in a 4” or larger pot in January. (Tip - Some refrigerate seeds for two weeks before planting to bring them out of their natural dormant state.) seedlings, leaving the strongest one to grow. Plants should be 8”to 10” tall when moved outside when soil temperature reaches 60º. Space plants 4 to 5 feet apart, as the plants get quite large. Artichokes prefer well drained, loamy soil and plenty of water. from periodic feedings and a 3” to 4” layer of mulch. Cut the buds before they bloom or use the purple blooms in dried arrangements. Artichokes can be a crop to raise, but well worth the trouble. Free Ship - Pkt. $2.40 | 1 oz $8.60 | 1/4 lb $21.50 | 1/2 lb $31.10 Plus Shipping - 1 lb $48.40 | 5 lb $44.40/lb ASPARAGUS

Asparagus is a cool weather (Zones 4-9), perennial vegetable that takes 2-3 years to produce a harvest. However, patience is rewarded by a crop that may last 20 years. Asparagus seed should be sown in light, sandy soil, early in the spring. Plant 2 to 4 inches apart, 1/2 inch deep in rows 15 to 24 inches apart. As asparagus germinates slowly, mixing in a few radish seeds to mark the row, aids in weeding and cultivating. Roots may be transplanted either the following spring or in garden for two years.

Dig trenches 6” wide and 6” to 12” inches deep and 4” apart. Create mounds 15” to 18” apart. Spread crowns (roots) over mounds. Cover with two inches of soil, pack tightly and water thoroughly. Gradually the trench as the plants grow. Composted manure may be used in the bottom of the trench. Mary Washington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100AG 2 Years | A superior asparagus. An earlier, larger and more uniform strain of Mary Washington. heads are tighter, stalk green without purple overcast. Free Ship - Pkt. $2.40 | 1 oz $7.20 | 1/4 lb $15.30 | 1/2 lb $21.10 Plus Shipping - 1 lb $30.20 | 5 lb $27.70/lb

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