Plant Details
- Botanical Name
- Asparagus setaceus
- Common Name
- Asparagus Fern
- Mature Height
- 2–20 ft
- Mature Width
- 2–4 ft
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Sun Requirements
- Partial shade
Shrubs
Asparagus Fern
Asparagus setaceus
Asparagus setaceus, commonly known as the Asparagus Fern, is a bushy, twining vine that features fine, needle-like cladodes resembling fern fronds. While not a true fern, it is highly valued for its elegant, cascading habit and is an excellent choice for hanging baskets or as a container accent.
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Plant Information
Description
- Asparagus setaceus
- commonly known as the Asparagus Fern
- is a bushy
- twining vine that features fine
- needle-like cladodes resembling fern fronds. While not a true fern
- it is highly valued for its elegant
- cascading habit and is an excellent choice for hanging baskets or as a container accent.
Handle with care as mature stems may have small, sharp spines. Keep out of reach of pets and children, as the berries are toxic if ingested.
Uses
- Hanging baskets
- container gardening
- indoor houseplant
- or as a climbing vine with support.
Key Features
- Feathery
- fern-like appearance
- fast growth rate
- low maintenance
- and excellent for indoor air purification.
Planting
- Plant in well-draining
- organically rich potting mix
- ensure the container has adequate drainage holes.
Recommended Spacing
- Privacy Hedge
- 2–4 ft apart
- Shrubs / Border
- 2–4 ft apart
- Groundcover
- 2–3 ft apart
- Trees
- 3–5 ft apart
- Accent / Specialty
- 2–4 ft apart
- Vines
- 3–6 ft apart
Care
- Provide bright indirect light and consistent moisture
- pinch back stems to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
- Water Needs
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low
- Drought Tolerance
- Low
Plant Information Disclaimer
Plant characteristics, growth rates, mature sizes, spacing, care requirements, and other horticultural information provided on this page may be AI-assisted and are intended as general guidance only. Actual plant performance can vary based on climate, soil, water, sunlight, planting conditions, maintenance, and other environmental factors. Information may contain errors or may not apply to your specific conditions. We recommend confirming important planting, care, and selection decisions with a VN Nursery representative or qualified landscape professional before relying on this information.
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