Asparagus densiflorus ‘Myers’
Myers Foxtail Fern
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Small |
Mature Height & Spread | 1-3' x 3-4' |
Exposure | Partial Shade, Shade |
Water | Medium Water |
Special Features | Shade Tolerant. |
Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9-11 |
Sunset Garden Zones | 12-24 |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Asparagus densiflorus ‘Myers Fern’ has many stiffly upright stems growing to 3 ft. or more densely clothed with needlelike deep green leaves that give the plant a fluffy look. It grows best in full sun or part shade and is hardy to Zone 9 but should be protected during cold weather. The mature height and width is about 1′-3′ by 3′-4′. Flowers are insignificant white blooms and then come showy red berries. ‘Myers Fern’ likes well draining soil and regular irrigation.