A new and distinct all-male asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) hybrid
denoted 'NJ 854' was developed through extensive breeding and selection. Asparagus
hybrid 'NJ 854' has many desirable traits including vigorous plant growth,
high yield, good resistance to rust (Puccinia asparagi) and good field tolerance
to asparagus root rot (Fusarium oxysporum) and asparagus crown
rot (Fusarium moniliforme). The plants and plant parts of 'NJ 854' are described
as well as the hybrid asparagus seeds and plants produced by crossing asparagus
plant 'NJ 854' with another asparagus plant.