Botanical profile

Asparagus officinalis ‘Purple Passion’

Latin name
Asparagus officinalis ‘Purple Passion’
Common name
'Purple Passion' Asparagus
Type
Vegetable / Ornamental plant
Family
Asparagaceae

Asparagus officinalis ‘Purple Passion’ is a remarkable ornamental and edible asparagus, noteworthy for its purple-red cladodes that add a graphic and refined touch to flowerbeds, mixed borders, or vegetable gardens. This variety offers a light and airy silhouette, with finely dissected foliage that develops into deep purple hues as the season progresses. Hardy and easy to cultivate, ‘Purple Passion’ can be used both as a decorative plant in landscape designs and for harvesting tender shoots with delicate flavors in spring. Preferring sunny to partial shade exposure and well-drained soil, it combines ornamental appeal, versatility, and utility for gardeners looking to enrich their green spaces with colorful shades and distinctive flavors.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to regular
Fertilization
Rich compost in spring and after harvest
Soil type
Deep, fertile, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-40 °C (-40 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Green / discreet
Fruiting
Small red berry (toxic)
Foliage color
Purple
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Erect and feathery clump
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
1 m (3 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.