Overview
Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' is a suckering herbaceous perennial in the genus Asparagus, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include culinary and ornamental.
About
Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' is a deciduous, herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Asparagus genus, known for its suckering habit. Like other members of this genus, it has tuberous roots and produces small flowers followed by red berries. This cultivar is best grown in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing position with full sun exposure. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is valued for both culinary and ornamental purposes, with interest in the spring and summer seasons. Propagation is typically by crowns.
About the genus
Asparagus or garden asparagus is a perennial flowering plant species in the genus Asparagus native to Eurasia. Widely cultivated as a vegetable crop, its young shoots are used as a spring vegetable.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Asparagus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Culinary, Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth'
- Propagation
- Crowns
- Pest resistance
- Asparagus beetle, slugs, snails
- Disease resistance
- Foot and root rots, violet root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth'?
Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' need?
Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' hardy in the UK?
Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth'?
Crowns.
More in the Asparagus genus
- Asparagus filicinus
- Asparagus officinaliscommon asparagus
- Asparagus officinalis 'Darzila'PBR
- Asparagus officinalis 'Freelems'PBR
- Asparagus officinalis 'Purple Jacq Ma'
- Asparagus officinalis 'Tallems'PBR
- Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim'
- Asparagus officinalis var. pseudoscaber 'Spitzenschleier'
