Asparagus macowanii

Also Known As

Ming Fern
Pompom Asparagus

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

9a-12

Asparagus macowanii plant details

Asparagus macowanii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in 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 macowanii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, cut leaves, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asparagus macowanii

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lovely grown as a specimen in a conservatory, but also very useful as a foliage accent in shady plants when young. Tufts of delicate forest green foliage on wiry stems make great cut greens for arrangements. Expect it to grow to10-15" the first season, but can reach 6' proportions with age.

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How to Grow Asparagus macowanii

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant