Watch an asparagus grow – it’s fast and fascinating!

You may know that asparagus can grow up to 10 cm in a day but you may not have seen it. Up until now. We’ve captured it on this 40 second video –  so you can see it grow over a 12 hour period.

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We love asparagus – its a dieter’s friend – low in calories but packed with nutrients.  Here are some great recipes