Edibles – Asparagus Fern

Botanical name: asparagus setaceus

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: about 3-4 ft in height and in width

Hardy zone: zones 8-10

Foliage color: green

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in a single growing season

Pruning instructions: trim to maintain desired shape and size in the late winter/early spring

Propagation methods: propagate by division in the spring or fall

Landscape use: textural contrast

Light needs: 3-5 hours of sun per day

Special features: bushy evergreen vine that can trail if not properly pruned

Watering instructions: prefers consistently moist but not soggy soil. Allow the first inch or 2 of soil to dry between watering sessions.

Fertilizing instructions : use an all-purpose fertilizer once a month in the spring and summer

Best time to plant: spring or summer

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: begonias, basil, impatiens

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and mildly toxic for pets if ingested

Invasive species: no