If the asparagus has begun to spoil, you will notice the tips become a progressively darker green until they are nearly black in color. The stalk will become limp and mushy and mold spots may begin to appear. It will begin to develop an unpleasant and pungent smell as decay sets in.

How can you tell asparagus is bad?

Is it bad to eat old asparagus?

Once you notice slimy and softy parts, you should avoid consuming them. Throw them away instead since such veggies will go bad quickly. Mushy tips and stems mean that asparagus is no longer edible and healthy.