Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri'

Asparagus Fern

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Common Name:

Asparagus Fern

Plant Type:

Flower color:

White

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

120 cm

Maximum width:

90 cm

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Description

'Sprengeri' has drooping stems 3 to 6 feet long, with shiny bright green, needle-like 1 inch long leaves. They bear bright red berries that are toxic to humans. They are popular for hanging baskets, tucked into planting borders, or use as a specimen in a shadier fern garden.

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Blooming

Fragrant white or pink flowers appear in summmer, followed by red, orange, or purple berries.

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Growth

Most members of this genus do best with full sun, while some species of ornamental Asparagus can tolerate part shade.

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Planting

In autumn or early spring, sow seed at 61°F (16°C). Divide tuber clusters in early spring.

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Pest

Crown rot and leaf spots occur, along with rust, anthracnose, and canker. Problems with aphids, spider mites, and slugs.

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Interesting facts

Asparagus includes about 300 species found on the sandy and coastal regions of Europe, Asia, and Africa. They are evergreen and deciduous perennials, climbers, and subshrubs, usually producing spindle-shaped tubers.

Asparagus Fern (Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri') - Soil and irrigation

Needs regular water. From early spring to mid autumn, water freely. In winter, water sparingly. Does well in fertile, moist, but well-drained soil.