Asparagus Fern
Asparagus Fern is a flower in the Asparagaceae family. It grows best in part shade with medium moisture, and is listed for USDA zones 9-11. Plants reach maturity about 105–119 days after planting and sit about 12 inches apart.
Varieties
1 from True Leaf Market · sorted by days to maturity▸Meyerii105–119 days
Non-GMO; Annual
105-119 days to maturity. Asparagus densiflorus meyerii. Asparagus Fern Meyerii Seeds. Non-GMO, Evergreen Annual or Perennial. Ornamental. Open Pollinated houseplant seeds. Meyerii Asparagus Fern seeds are both an annual and perennial favorite and timeless addition to your summer ornamental collection. Meyerii seeds mature into one of the most tolerant and resilient greens found anywhere, boasting familiar and dense "foxtail" These are not really ferns, but asparagus plants related to edible asparagus. Meyerii Asparagus Fern seeds are an ideal plant for indoors, patios, or as an elegant border for the annual flower bed. Meyerii Asparagus Fern seeds grow the perfect accent to any seasonal fresh cut basket, bouquet, or arrangement. About 600 seeds/ounce.
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Plant spacing
In a square-foot bed, space asparagus fern about 12 in apart — that fits 1 plant in each 1-foot square (1×1). Wider rows or containers space the same.
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Care & troubleshooting
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