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Ming Fern (Asparagus retrofractus) - Ming ferns are like a mix of a foxtail and sprengeri and sometimes can be hard to differentiate since they are less common. Their leaves resemble clumps of pom poms and you will also hear it referred to as a pom pom fern. This plant is an edible vegetable and can get around 6 feet large.
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Asparagus retrofractus (Ming Asparagus Fern) - A large, rangy shrub-like perennial to 6 to 8 feet tall with tuberous roots bearing upright stout silvery-gray colored canes that hold fluffy tufts of threadlike bright green leaves (cladophylls) on delicate intricately-divided side branches that have sharp small spines where they meet the main stem.
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Subscribe NOW! -- https://bit.ly/35cFm72 --The Ming Fern or Asparagus Retrofracrtus Fern is an extremely interesting houseplant. Fairly uncommon, the Ming F.
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Also called Chinese Ming ferns, Asparagus retrofractus has long, thin woody stems with clusters of needle-like cladodes. Ming ferns are also called pom-pom asparagus ferns or zig-zag ferns. Asparagus Foxtail Fern Care. Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers' ferns are easy-to-care-for plants. Generally, foxtail ferns grow outdoors in warm climates and sunny locations that are protected from direct.
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Description. Asparagus retrofractus: A broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage and white flowers in spring followed by orange fruit. To grow well, it prefers sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Grows best in well-drained, rich, acidic, average, gritty and rocky soil.
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The Ming fern (Asparagus retrofractus) routinely appears in bouquets of cut flowers, but it's also a delicate and beautifully bushy addition to the home as a houseplant. This bushy plant can grow 6 feet tall when grown in the wild, and it can also exist quite happily in a small pot as a bonsai.
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Asparagus retrofractus, commonly called ming asparagus fern, pom pom asparagus fern and zig zag shrub, is a shrubby herbaceous evergreen perennial that typically grows to 6-8' tall. It is native to arid regions of South Africa. This plant is noted for its fern-like foliage of needle-like clusters (20-30 cladophylls per cluster) which are.
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Asparagus; Ming Fern (Asparagus retrofractus) General Plant Information ; Plant Habit: Herb/Forb: Life cycle: Perennial: Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade: Water Preferences: Mesic: Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) Plant Height: 6 to 8 feet: Plant Spread: 3 to 5 feet: Leaves: Evergreen:
Chinese Ming Fern Asparagus macowanii/retrofractus 2.5" Pot Easy
Ming fern is also known as zig zag shrub or Pom Pom asparagus fern. The Latin word "retrofractus" means twisted back which is why Ming fern is also called the zig zag shrub. This plant is native to South Africa, grows in full sun or partial shade. Ming fern can grow up to 6 feet tall by 5 feet wide.
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Scientifically speaking, ming ferns (Asparagus retrofractus) prefer a well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. This is because ming ferns are native to South Africa, where the soil is sandy and dry. Therefore, the soil needs to be well-draining to prevent waterlogging and root rot, and contain enough organic matter to hold moisture.
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Ming Fern (Asparagus retrofractus) is an evergreen perennial, spreading, tangled shrub. It has a long scrambling-climbing, light-grey, zig-zagged unique stems and the bases of the stems are erect, thick and silver-colored. The tips of the stems and the outer branches are slender, silver and zig-zagged..
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Ming fern grow and care - shrub of the genus Asparagus also known as Asparagus retrofractus or Ming Asparagus fern, Ming fern perennial evergreen plant, used as cut flower, ornamental, fragrant, hedge and it's drought tolerant plant, can grow in subtropics, mediterranean or tropics climate or as houseplant and growing in hardiness zone 9+.
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Asparagus retrofractus: Common Names: Ming fern, ming asparagus Fern: Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial: Sun: Full Sun, Partial Shade: Hardiness Zones: 9 to 11: Flower color: White flowers - orange maturing to black fruits: Native Area: Southern Africa: Mature size: 6.00 to 8.00 feet tall, 3.00 to 5.00 feet wide
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A: Ming Ferns are easy to care for, thriving with minimal effort. Plant them in well-draining soil, and water consistently to keep the moisture level even. They flourish in indirect light or partial shade, making them a versatile option suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings. To maintain their graceful appearance, regular pruning is advised.
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Ming Asparagus Fern (Asparagus retrofractus): Skip to main content Toggle Menu. Plan a Visit Membership Donate Sign-in. Asparagus retrofractus. Locate. 42.14704895, -87.78987885. 42.14707565, -87.78985596. Ming Asparagus Fern Plant Type: Perennial.
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Look how it is starting to vine down the side of the container. Look at this plumosa asparagus fern in a mixed container. I also have one called pyramidalis. I almost killed it by letting it dry out one too many times, but up-potted it and kept it moist and it has taken off.
