Asparagus densiflorus 'meyersii'

The Foxtail Fern is Asparagus densiflorus 'meyersii' and it is an outstanding fern grown for its foliage a bushy fern that is reasonably well mannered.

With long upright to arching bushy fronds of wonderful green foliage they do look a little like foxtails, however they are green.

The foliage is dense and will reach 3ft in height.

This is a tuberous perennial that rarely sets seed and is usually grown as an indoor plant in cooler climates.

Care

Growing well in the garden or in a container it will reach a height of 3ft (1m) usually a little less. Upright ferny spikes of green foliage are attractive.

It does flower, but the tiny white blooms are insignificant. In colder areas it will struggle in winter, best in zones 9-10 outdoors, as an indoor or patio plant it is fairly hardy.

In warmer climate part shade is desirable a humus rich moist but well drained soil is best.

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Propagation

By division of established clumps.