Botanical Name: Common Names:
Asparagus densiflorus Meyersii Foxtail Fern,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Palms, Ferns & Tropical Clumping, Spreading, Upright
Description:
Attractive evergreen fern-like perennial with green needle-like leaves appearing along spreading stems, giving the appearance of fox tails. Insignificant fragrant white flowers in summer are followed by red berries. Looks great in hanging baskets, containers or as a groundcover. Ideal for coastal gardens. CAUTION: This plant is a declared weed in some states and is considered highly invasive. Ensure the plant is controlled if planted and disposed of appropriately.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Courtyard, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Fragrant Garden, Groundcover, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Asparagaceae Africa
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant, White
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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