{"product_id":"asparagus-fern-5-pot","title":"Asparagus densiflorus - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsparagus Fern (Asparagus setaceus) is not a true fern but a member of the asparagus family, valued for its delicate, lacy, fern-like foliage on wiry stems. The soft emerald sprays give a feathery, cloud-like texture that florists love as greenery and gardeners use as a graceful houseplant. Native to southern Africa, it is vigorous and adaptable, climbing or trailing as it matures. It thrives in bright shade and consistent moisture, and may produce tiny white flowers followed by berries. Note that the foliage and berries are mildly toxic if eaten, and stems carry small spines, so handle with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsparagaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m (climbing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, fine feathery cladodes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite (small, occasional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light to partial shade.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep evenly moist; water when top 2 cm dries.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained, fertile potting mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-28 C; protect from frost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high; mist in dry air.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced liquid feed monthly in growth season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim leggy or yellow stems to shape and renew.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYearly; has vigorous fleshy tuberous roots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDivision or seed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpider mites, scale, mealybugs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMildly toxic to pets and humans; berries harmful if eaten.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Used as cut-foliage filler in bouquets and as a soft trailing or climbing houseplant for baskets, shelves and shaded balconies.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In India give it bright shade and steady moisture; it grows fast, so prune regularly and repot annually as the tuberous roots quickly fill the pot.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Asparagus Fern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top 2 cm dries. It dislikes both drought and waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light to partial shade is ideal. Strong direct sun yellows the delicate foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Asparagus Fern safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the foliage and berries are mildly toxic to cats and dogs and can irritate the stomach if eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my plant dropping needles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeedle drop usually signals dry air, underwatering or too much sun. Increase humidity and keep moisture steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivide the tuberous root clump at repotting, or sow the seeds from ripe berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot yearly, as its fleshy tuberous roots grow fast and can crack pots when crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, mature plants may produce small white flowers followed by green-to-red berries, though indoors this is occasional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors and outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. It thrives indoors in bright light and outdoors in shaded, frost-free spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the berries dangerous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the berries are toxic if eaten by people or pets, so keep them out of reach of children and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer is best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season to support its fast growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256056512758,"sku":"PLT-ASPARAGUSFER-P05-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-g-asparagus-densiflorus-plant.jpg?v=1783920259","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/asparagus-fern-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}