Asparagus Sprengerii 4lt

Asparagus Sprengerii 4lt
Common Name: Asparagus Fern, Sprenger’s Asparagus

Full Sun
Semi Shade
Low Watering
Drought Tolerant once established
Indigenous
Evergreen

Asparagus sprengerii (Asparagus Fern / Sprenger’s Asparagus) is a tough, evergreen perennial that is not a true fern but a member of the asparagus family.

Growth Habit: Fast-growing, trailing or arching stems with soft, needle-like cladodes, forming dense, cascading foliage.
Height/Spread: 30–60 cm tall, spreading or trailing up to 1.5 m.
Flowers: Tiny white to pale pink flowers in summer, followed by bright red berries.
Position: Full sun to semi-shade; tolerates coastal conditions.
Watering: Low to moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established.
Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soils.
Uses: Ideal for hanging baskets, groundcover, retaining wall cascades, or as a filler plant in garden beds. Attracts birds that feed on its berries.