Voltaire Asparagus
Asparagus officinalis 'Voltaire Asparagus'
USDA zones2 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Voltaire Asparagus' (Asparagus officinalis 'Voltaire Asparagus') is a vegetable for borders and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. This hybrid resists Purple Spot and has intermediate resistance to Rust. Rabbits tend to pass it by. It also tolerates salt.
Pairs well with Bogatyr garlic, Oregon Giant pea, and Zucchini.