gotta little beef

Hey all - got a little beef. If we want the asparagus out on the ditch bank to stay healthy and productive it has to be harvested correctly. Here is some info (http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/extension/easygardening/
asparagus.html) :

• Harvest asparagus spears from established beds for about 8 weeks. Do not harvest too soon from a new planting.

  Harvest spears when they are 4 to 10 inches long. To prevent spears from becoming fibrous, harvest at least every other day. The fibrous condition is caused by overmaturity or inadequate fertility. Spears with loosely formed heads are overmature.

  Cut asparagus spears 1 to 2 inches below the soil level. At least one-half the length of the spear should be above the ground. Never cut the spear within 2 inches of the crown to avoid damage to the developed buds. Never cut asparagus spears above the ground and allow stubs to remain (figure 4). Discontinue harvest when spear diameter becomes less than 3/8 of an inch.

Love ya heaps - Ryan