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    Asparagus retrofractus

    Also Known As

    • Ming Asparagus Fern
    • Ming Fern
    • Zig Zag Shrub

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 5'-8'
    • W: 3'-5'

    planting zones

    • 9a-12

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    Asparagus retrofractus plant details

    Asparagus retrofractus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Asparagus retrofractus

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asparagaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: container plant, fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Asparagus retrofractus

    USDA Zones: 9a - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A clumping, woody perennial to 5-6' tall, with soft, wispy foliage on open stems. Increases in height and vigor as it becomes more established. Flowers are small and white in open sprays that carry the aroma of coconut. Very decorative orange berries follow. Full sun to shade with little summer water once established in the ground. Frost hardy to only 20 °F, USDA zone 9, so best in a container in PDX, with water and protection when temperatures drop below.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Asparagus retrofractus plant

    How to Grow Asparagus retrofractus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • orange

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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