[KarlInOhio]

Like cucumbers there’s a definite pick-by date and you don’t want the great big ones.

My dad grew it in his garden and didn't want to waste any so we had to eat the tough asparagus. I had no idea what tender, young asparagus tasted like.

[RegulatorCountry]

The older larger asparagus spears have a much stronger flavor too, in addition to being tough.