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Graceful airy fronds look fabulous as a backdrop for companion plants in both outdoor summer planters and in mixed indoor planters.
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CloseWhen it comes to an Asparagus Fern, nothing is as it seems. Though it resembles a fern, it is in fact, not one, and as fluffy and airy as the fronds seem, beware - there are probably thorns along those stems. This plant can send out incredibly long stems that seem to be reaching for the light, even though it prefers moderate, indirect light indoors, and filtered shade outdoors in the summer. Unlike true ferns, the Asparagus Fern is mildly toxic to pets and little humans if ingested, so please keep out of reach of both. It does prefer a higher humidity indoors, so a daily misting will help this plant look its best.
Common Name | Asparagus Fern, Sprengeri Asparagus Fern |
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Mature Size | 2 feet tall and wide |
Growth Rate | Moderate to fast |
Optimum Temperature | 65°-80° F |
Characteristics | Evergreen. House plant; can be grown outdoors in the summer, preferring filtered sun to shade. Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested. Mature stems have thorns. |
Light | Indoors - moderate indirect light. Outdoors - shade to filtered sun. |
Water | Water thoroughly when surface soil is dry |
Structure | Upright with arching stems |
Bloom Color | White, though rarely blooms indoors |
Uses | Houseplant, indoor container planters, hanging baskets. |
Photos | Real images, not stock photos |