Overview
Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' is a suckering herbaceous perennial in the genus Asparagus, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' 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 'Terralim' is a deciduous, suckering perennial cultivar of the Asparagus genus, which belongs to the Asparagaceae family. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is valued for both culinary and ornamental uses. 'Terralim' typically produces interest in spring and summer, with the genus known for its small white or pink flowers followed by red berries, and it is best propagated by crowns with roots that prefer shade.
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 'Terralim' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Culinary, Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim'
- 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 'Terralim'?
Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' need?
Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' hardy in the UK?
Asparagus officinalis 'Terralim' 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 'Terralim'?
Crowns.
More in the Asparagus genus
- Asparagus filicinus
- Asparagus officinaliscommon asparagus
- Asparagus officinalis 'Darzila'PBR
- Asparagus officinalis 'Freelems'PBR
- Asparagus officinalis 'Giant Mammoth'
- Asparagus officinalis 'Purple Jacq Ma'
- Asparagus officinalis 'Tallems'PBR
- Asparagus officinalis var. pseudoscaber 'Spitzenschleier'
