Fern 'Asparagus'

🔥🥦 Asparagus Fern / Asparagus setaceus (as-par-AH-gus set-AY-see-us) 🥦🔥

Also known as: Lace Fern, Asparagus Plumosus, Climbing Asparagus, Plumosa Fern

Despite its name, the Asparagus Fern isn’t a true fern at all — it’s a member of the asparagus family! Loved for its feathery, cloudlike fronds that resemble delicate lace, this fast grower adds airy texture and elegance to any plant collection. It’s a whimsical houseplant that thrives in baskets, on shelves, or trailing down from high places like a cascade of green mist.

💡 Care Tips:

☀️ Light – Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate medium light but becomes leggier. Too much direct sun may scorch fronds.
💧 Water – Keep soil lightly moist, allowing the top inch to dry before watering again. Avoid letting it fully dry out for long periods. Needs good drainage.
🌡️ Humidity – Likes moderate humidity (40–60%) but adapts well to household conditions. Ideal temps: 65–75°F (18–24°C). Protect from drafts.
🌱 Growth – Vigorous and trailing. Indoors, it can reach 2–3 feet wide with cascading fronds. Occasionally produces small white flowers and red berries.

📊 Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate (fast grower but dislikes long dry spells).

🐾 Pet Safety: Toxic if ingested. Contains compounds that may irritate the mouth, stomach, and intestines. All pets are unique and reactions may vary in symptoms and severity.

🌟 Collector’s Tip:
Don’t be fooled by its delicate look — this plant can turn into a fluffy green fountain with the right care. Give it a hanging basket and some room to sprawl, and watch it transform into a soft green halo. Bonus: if you prune it, the stems can be used in floral arrangements!

Photos do not depict the exact plant you will receive; colors and size will vary. You will receive the healthiest and best-looking plant from your size selection.

✨ Asparagus Fern
(pronounced As-pa-RUH-gus Fern)

Delicate and feathery, the Asparagus Fern is like a little cloud of green that softens any space. Despite its dainty looks, it’s tougher than it appears and brings a whimsical, airy vibe to shelves, hanging baskets, or sunny windows.

💡 Care Tips:

☀️ Light – Thrives in bright, indirect light but tolerates a bit of gentle morning sun. Too little light and it may get sparse.
💧 Water – Keep soil evenly moist—these fine leaves don’t like drying out fully. Water when the top inch feels dry.
🌡️ Humidity – Enjoys extra humidity; occasional misting or a pebble tray keeps those fronds lush.
🌱 Growth – Can grow into a fluffy mound 2–3 feet wide, or spill beautifully from a hanging pot.

📊 Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate (easy-going, but needs consistent moisture).
🐾 Pet Safety: Mildly toxic if ingested (may cause stomach upset and irritation).

🌟 Collector’s Tip:
Unlike true ferns like Boston or Maidenhair that sulk when ignored, the Asparagus Fern is much more forgiving. Its plumes make it look delicate, but underneath it’s surprisingly hardy—perfect for plant parents who want that “fern look” without the heartbreak.

Photos do not depict the exact plant you will receive, colors and size will vary. You will receive the healthiest and best looking plant from your size selection.