Asparagus - Purple Passion

One cup of cooked fresh asparagus contains only 30 calories! Asparagus is a perennial plant that comes back from the same root system each year. When cooked, the sweetness gives this asparagus a mild, nutty flavor. S. It's an excellent source of vitamin A, and contains significant amounts of vitamin C, riboflavin, phosphorus and calcium. It is vigorous and productive, producing spears a year earlier than most varieties. The Purple Passion Asparagus, Asparagus officinalis 'Purple Passion', has tender spears that are a beautiful deep burgundy color and measure up to 3/4 inches in diameter. It is known for its flavor and nutrition. Asparagus is the earliest vegetable harvested fresh from the garden each spring. This asparagus is more tender, mild and sweet than standard varieties with 20% higher sugar content and is often eaten raw. It can be grown all over the U. It needs well-drained, deep soil and plenty of sunlight; at least 8 hours daily. Purple Passion has some resistance to rust, root/crown rot and fusarium. It provides excellent purple color if added to salads raw, but turns green when cooked. A productive bed of asparagus can last 15 years or longer. ... details