Ann Wright: A potpourri of spring gardening tips
Columnist From the family of Asparagaceae, asparagus is considered a perennial vegetable – the edible stalks are actually the shoots that will develop fern-like growth in the summer. Photo courtesy UCANR Although it has been a very dry spring, it is hard not to enjoy the beauty of the season, warm sunny days and an abundance of wild flowers. Garden planning is in the works and here are some garden ideas to consider as spring leads to summer. Recently, a friend gave me some mature crowns from her asparagus bed, and my garden plan includes starting some asparagus. From the family of Asparagac...