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Asparagus setaceus

Family Asparagaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 3 m (3 - 10 ft)
Spread
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Asparagus setaceus (common asparagus fern) bears white and repeat-blooming flowers during early summer to late summer. This "bulb, corm or tuber" is climbing in form and has medium green foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Asparagus setaceus (common asparagus fern) is showy.
Typical Uses Container, cut flowers, hanging basket, house plant, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Asparagus setaceus is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions Be advised that Asparagus setaceus (common asparagus fern) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.