Welcome to Norfolk County Asparagus, source of the freshest assured asparagus in Norfolk. Availability Norfolk County Asparagus is cut daily by hand during April to June. It is available freshly cut from Roudham Farm, Norfolk or the London markets. Grades Norfolk County Asparagus is hand graded to Asparagus Growers Association specifications: Jumbo: 20mm or over Extra Select: 16-20mm Select: 10-16mm Choice: 6-10mm Sprue: Under 6mm diameter Quality assured The quality and safety of Norfolk County Asparagus is guaranteed by the stringent standards of the British Assured Produce Scheme and Tescos Natures Choice. The growers, W O & P O Jolly, are full members of the Asparagus Growers Association. Natural History Asparagus officinalis is an edible member of the Lily family (Liliaceae) and originates from the East Mediterranean coast. It has a high degree of salt tolerance and can survive extremes of temperature to produce tender shoots each spring. Asparagus is a rich source of folic acid, pro-vitamin A, vitamin C and iron. Norfolk County Asparagus is grown from the Gijnlim variety to produce spears of a consistent high quality. Asparagus is best enjoyed freshly cut, before its natural sugars turn to starch. Freshness can be preserved however by wrapping bunches in a clean wet cloth and keeping in a fridge. The best recipe for asparagus is to boil or steam for seven minutes and serve without any adulteration! For other recipes click here.