Asparagus Meyerii Seed

Asparagus Meyerii Seed grows into deep green, upright foxtail-style foliage with tapered, cat's-tail plumes. This South African ornamental asparagus is a beautiful foliage plant for pots, shaded borders, mixed containers and floristry greenery.

Plant Information

• Plant Type: Evergreen ornamental perennial foliage plant.
• Scientific Name: Asparagus densiflorus 'Meyersii'

Growing Information

• General Sowing Time: Spring to early summer; warm protected sowing can also be used from spring to autumn.
• Position: Light shade to semi-shade; morning sun is suitable in mild areas.
• Sow Depth: Sow in moist seedling mix and cover lightly.
• Spacing: 40-60 cm apart for feature plants or massed foliage.
• Germination: Sow cleaned seed in a warm, moist medium around 25 C; germination can be slow and variable.
• Height: About 60 cm.
• Available Pack Sizes: 5 raw seed, 1000 raw seed, 100 raw seed

Why Grow Asparagus Meyerii?

• Distinctive foxtail plumes create strong texture in pots and borders.
• South African ornamental foliage plant with excellent container value.
• Useful as long-lasting greenery for floral arrangements.
• Fairly drought tolerant once established.
• A good choice for shaded patios, verandas and protected garden beds.

Garden & Floristry Uses

Use Asparagus Meyerii as a container feature, a textural foliage plant in semi-shaded beds, or a soft green contrast in mixed planters. The upright plumes also make useful decorative foliage for cut arrangements.

Growing Notes

• This is an ornamental asparagus, not a true fern.
• Use a free-draining mix enriched with compost for the best growth.
• Keep seed trays warm and evenly moist, but never waterlogged.
• Established plants cope with some dryness, but look fuller with regular watering.
• Trim old or tired fronds and refresh with compost mulch after flowering.

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