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Asparagus Meyerii is an evergreen ornamental perennial with deep-green upright foxtail foliage for pots, shaded borders and floristry greenery.
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Evergreen ornamental perennial foliage plant.
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Scientific Name: Asparagus densiflorus 'Meyersii'
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General Sowing Time: Spring to early summer; warm protected sowing can also be used from spring to autumn.
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Position: Light shade to semi-shade; morning sun is suitable in mild areas.
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Sow Depth: Sow in moist seedling mix and cover lightly.
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Spacing: 40-60 cm apart for feature plants or massed foliage.
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Germination: Sow cleaned seed in a warm, moist medium around 25 C; germination can be slow and variable.
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Height: About 60 cm.
Why Grow This Variety
- Distinctive foxtail plumes create strong texture in pots and borders.
- This South African ornamental foliage plant has useful container value.
- The foliage provides long-lasting greenery for floral arrangements.
- Established plants are described as fairly drought tolerant.
Garden Uses
Use Asparagus Meyerii as a container feature, in semi-shaded beds, mixed planters or cut arrangements.
Growing Notes
- Grow this as an ornamental asparagus rather than a true fern.
- Use a free-draining mix enriched with compost.
- Keep seed trays warm and evenly moist but never waterlogged.
- Water established plants regularly for fuller growth, while allowing for some dryness.
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