Best in Zones: 3-8

Flavor: Good/Exc

Freezing Quality: Good

Suited For: Any Grower

Suggested # Plants for Family of Four: 25-50

SPACING

• 12”-14” between plants unless otherwise specified
• 6”-8” between plants is recommended for Purple Passion
• Furrows should be 8”-10” deep for most soils
• Furrows of 8” is recommended for heavier clay-like soils

IRRIGATION

• Plants need a well-drained site
• Lighter soils may require more frequent watering
• Important to maintain moisture during establishment year

FERTILIZATION

• Before planting add 5lbs of 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft
• In establishment year dress in August with 1 lb 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft and work into top 2” of soil
• In following years use 2lbs 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft in early spring and again following harvest
• Lime, bone meal, and super phosphate help maintain proper soil levels
• pH: 7.0-7.2 This is very important

WEED CONTROL

• Ferns will die back naturally in the fall
• Mulching dried ferns with mower in fall will reduce weed pressure
• Contact a local extension for chemical recommendations

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All plants are dormant, bare root, and ship from our Massachusetts nursery.

Plants are available for shipment in the spring only

We do not ship online orders outside the US.

It is best to plant immediately upon receipt.

If you are unable to plant immediately, refrigerate and plant as soon as possible. Do not add water. Keep in original packing to retain proper moisture.

Shipments to western states from mid-April on ship via UPS-3DAY for plant preservation.

Shipments to AK and HI ship via UPS-2Day.

Plants shipping to CA, HI, OR, and WA require a phyto-sanitary certificate.