A native of South Africa, Asparagus Fern is not really a fern at all. Even though they are fern-like in appearance, the needle-like leaves are actually short branches called cladodes. The true leaves are inconspicuous dry scales.
Houseplant | |
Asparagus | |
Asparagus Fern | |
Zone 9 | |
Low-Medium | |
Average household temperatures | |
Water regularly | |
Foliage accent | |
Hanging baskets | |
36-48" | |
18-24" | |
Fall, Summer | |
White |