Asparagus Densiflorus Myersii – Foxtail Fern

A majestic burst of bushy, tail-like plumes, it is easy to see where this Fern got its name. Bundles of delicate fronds taper off at the tips as they elegantly adorn your space with a sense of quiet calmness. Each frond is assembled from tiny star-shaped needles, all blanketing together to give the plant a soft and fluffy finish. This starburst of lush green will add a forestry freshness to any interior.

Horty Hints

Bright and Bushy! Keeping your fern in a bright position will stop it from growing long and leggy, meaning it will feel fuller.

Pinch Perfect! Pinching out the tips of newly grown fronds will encourage it to thicken out at the base.

Trim the Thin! Trimming off the older, thinning or bare fronds in early spring will encourage new growth.

Light

Bright, indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight may scorch the needles, whereas insufficient light may turn them yellow and cause them to drop.

Watering

Keep moist at all times, but do not allow to stand in water. Less water is required during the winter but don’t let the soil dry out completely.

Temperature

Normal warm household temperatures. Needs a minimum of 13°C in winter.

Humidity

Prefers a warm, humid environment but will tolerate lower levels of humidity with regular misting.

Feed

Feed with a weak solution during the growing season.

View Plant Nutrition

Height & Growth Rate

Growing wider than taller, at full maturity can reach up to 50-90cm high, with a width of 120cm.

Toxicity

The berries are inedible. May cause skin irritation.

Origin

Asparagus densiflorus Myersii originates from Southern Africa.

Please note: images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.

View All Ferns