Asparagus Fern

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Distinctive fern that cascades in a delicate veil of fluffy branchlets. Provides excellent textural contrast. Where hardy, use in the landscape a ground cover or accent. In colder regions, use seasonally in decorative containers or combination pots, or as a houseplant.

Companion Plants

Zonal Geranium

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Zonal Geranium

Exceptionally large, long-lasting flowers on durable plants. Vibrant blossoms provide a season-long display of color and attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Lovely in mixed garden plantings and containers. Grown from cuttings, not seed.

Zinnia

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Zinnia

A favorite from Grandma's garden. This popular annual features brightly colored flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden. An outstanding cut flower. Frequent cutting for bouquets promotes reblooming.

Verbena

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Verbena

Outstanding selection with a profusion of large, vibrant flower clusters. A superb plant for the butterfly garden, at garden's edge, or trailing over stones and rock walls. Heat and drought tolerant. Grown from cuttings, not seed.

Details

Common name

Asparagus Fern

Botanical name

Asparagus densiflorus

Zone

Grow as an annual.

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Bloom time

No Bloom

Light

sun

Height

12-24" (31-61 cm)

Habit

arching

Water

1-2 times per week

Feed

once a month

Maintenance

keep weed-free