IRIS HYBRID VEGETABLE SEEDS ASPARAGUS

It is a perennial stem crop belonging to the family of lilies.

The tender part of its stem is known as ‘spear’ or ‘top’, which is blanched and used as a delicacy for soups. It's an ancient vegetable from Europe; In urban areas of India it has started to gain popularity only in recent decades.

The plant grows well in hilly areas and cooler climates and requires minimum 4 to 6 hours of daily sunlight for healthy growth.