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The Asparagus Story

Posted on May 23, 2016 by carole funger

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Some things are meant to grow with you. From an early age, Bess Abell (born Elizabeth Clements) knew that asparagus held an important place in the life of her family. Her mother was a great fan of the leggy vegetable, as was her father, Earle Clements, former Governor of Kentucky (1946-1950). He was an avid gardener and talented chef, too. Continue reading →

Posted in Plant Profiles | Tagged asparagus, bess abell, food

Carole Funger

Welcome! I'm a landscape designer and Maryland Master Gardener living in the Washington, DC area. I blog about new trends in horticulture, inspiring gardens to visit and the latest tips and ideas for how to nurture your own beautiful garden. I post once a month. Thanks for visiting!

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