1450 Asparagus Bundle (40 Asparagus Plants)

You will get 40 of our Premium Asparagus Plants.

We promise that in your mix, you will not get more than 20 of the same kinds of Asparagus Plants.

If you need cross-pollination, you will receive a pollinating pair.

You cannot pick which ones you will get; we will pick them for you from our orphan plants, and you will save money and have a lot more to plant.

Save money by adopting our "Orphan Plants"! While you won’t be able to choose the exact flower colors or names, you can plant more and enjoy significant savings. Our bundles are guaranteed to consist of the same type or species of plant, but the specific variety will be a delightful surprise. Our staff will ensure that you have cross-pollination and a diverse selection of plants.

Opening a bundle of plants feels like unwrapping a present—there's a surprise in each one! While you know you're receiving blueberries or potatoes, the specific varieties remain a mystery until you open the package. This element of surprise is thrilling for plant lovers. Each plant will have its name labeled, so you know what to expect and can make any last-minute adjustments to your landscape planning. However, you won't find out the names of the plants until the day you receive your order, which adds to the excitement!

We order our plants in bulk from our nursery. The term "Orphan Plants" refers to the leftover odds and ends from a batch of plants that were not selected by customers who specifically wanted a certain variety of plant or tree. There is nothing wrong with these plants; they are of the same quality, appearance, and packaging as the others and have been handled in the same way. They are simply considered "orphans."

Orphan Plants:  How does this happen?

Some Examples…

This year, we didn't sell as many plants as we have in the past, which led us to order too many. Did you know that Jen places our order for the next year's fundraiser every June? This means the plants you are selecting today were ordered in June 2025. She has to order this early to ensure a good selection and to acquire the plants that thrive best in our region. Unlike most of the Midwest, our area experiences very cold winters, so only certain plant varieties are suitable. We stand behind everything we sell in our fundraiser, which is why Jen places the orders well in advance each year.

We may be required to purchase a minimum number of plants to provide a specific variety. For instance, our fruit trees, roses, and peonies can only be ordered in quantities of at least 10 per variety. Additionally, for plugs and bare-root seedlings, we must order a minimum of 500 for each type.

Many people choose plants from our fundraiser based on name recognition. For instance, everyone knows about Honeycrisp Apple Trees, but how many are familiar with Norland? Norland is a great apple and an excellent choice for cold climates! Every year, we sell out of Honeycrisp, but we often have leftover odd lots of less well-known apple varieties.

Some might argue that since this is a fundraiser, we should only sell plants that we know we can sell out of. However, this mindset contributes to the difficulty in finding heritage plant species today. Moreover, it plays a significant role in the decline of plant diversity found in America's forests and farms. The loss of this diversity negatively impacts our agricultural systems and ecosystems. When we only sell a few popular plants, the risk of disease, extreme weather, or pests can devastate an entire food source or supply chain. This is why we rotate the species we offer and strive to present something new each year. Life would be monotonous if everything were the same, and the same applies to plants and trees.