sprenger's Asparagus Live Plant

Description

Sprenger's Asparagus, commonly called asparagus fern, is noted for its dense fern-like foliage which forms an arching mound that matures to 1-3 tall spreading to 3-4 wide. It is not a fern, however, but is a member of the asparagus family. This ornamental asparagus is an evergreen perennial with outward-sprawling fibrous and tuberous roots from which rise numerous semi-stiff arching stems (to 24 long) covered with linear, needle-like green leaves.

Environment

Plants perform best in organically rich, consistently moist but well-drained soils in part shade (bright indirect light or filtered sun). Avoid direct hot afternoon sun which may cause the leaves to yellow. Tolerates full shade, but foliage may turn a lighter green.

Landscape Use

Asparagus fern makes an attractive pot plant or hanging basket - allowing the stems to arch over the sides, for a shady area, both indoors and out.