Asparagus Fern. A lovely foliage houseplant with graceful fern-like feathery foliage. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to July. Fruits August to September. Partial shade and Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Asparagus plumosus nanus
A lovely foliage houseplant with graceful fern-like feathery foliage
Additional information
| Generic | Asparagus |
|---|---|
| Species | plumosus |
| Varietry | nanus |
| Common Name | Asparagus Fern |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade, Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | black |
| Fruits When | August, September |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Water sparingly in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Cut flower, Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Division, Seed |
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