You know it's springtime when bundles of asparagus appear on the stands of your local farmers market! Full of nutrients, and with a refined fresh flavor, it's no wonder this speared vegetable has been highly prized for thousands of years. Asparagus can be harvested by late February, hitting its peak in April, then slowing down by late May or early June. Asparagus can be expensive, so buying within the local season guarantees your best bet in terms of freshness, price, and fla