Moist but not soggy is his vibe. Water him whenever the top two inches of soil are dry.
Like most ferns, he’ll be happy in moderate shade to soft, bright light. He doesn’t love direct sun.
He likes some moisture in the air to keep his leaves fresh. Put him in a light bathroom or mist him regularly.
Botanical name
Asparagus setaceus
Nickname
Asparagus fern; Lace fern; Ferny asparagus
Plant type
Evergreen climber, indoor
Air purifying
Yes
Plant height (including pot)
20-30cm
Pet/baby safe
Toxic if ingested
Nursery pot size
12cm
This elegant little indoor plant is native to South Africa, where it grows in soft clumps in steamy forests. It lives in the partial shade of larger trees, stretching out its fine leaves. In the wild it will flower in the spring with little bell-shaped blooms that give way to small green berries.
It’s not warm enough to grow it outside in the UK, but it makes a beautiful houseplant. Because it’s used to growing beneath other trees, it’s accustomed to anything from partial shade to bright, indirect light. It likes moist air that echoes its forest home, so regular misting is a good idea. It also loves a feed with liquid fertiliser once per month in spring and summer.
As it’s not keen on being touched very much, it’s a really good plant for a shelf, where it won’t be bothered. Its beauty is best enjoyed from a comfortable distance.
Did you know?
Despite the name, the asparagus fern is not actually a true fern. It was just given the name because it looks very...ferny.
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