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Amazing Asparagus
Oh, shoot! Did you know that the part of tasty asparagus that we eat is called a shoot? This green veggie is particular about the soil it grows in and prefers well-drained areas. In your region, asparagus is harvested from mid-April to late May.
Asparagus is packed with many nutrients like vitamins C, K, A, E, potassium and fiber. Grow your knowledge of asparagus with more fun facts below!
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ASPARAGUS FAST FACTS
Asparagus isn’t always green: it can also be white and purple!
Asparagus is 93% water.
It takes 3 years to grow the asparagus plant before it can be harvested.
The asparagus plant is a perennial that will produce shoots for 15-20 years!
Asparagus is related to garlic, leeks and onions.
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