Light
Likes bright but indirect light; the heat of direct sun can cause bleaching or scorching.
Water
Allow the top third of the soil to dry out in between waterings. Dropping needles is a common symptom of under-watering, while yellowing of the foliage points to over-watering.
Humidity
Normal household humidity is perfect for this plant! Just make sure it's not too close to a radiator as this can cause scorching.
Soil
Likes loamy soil; a mix of sand, silt and clay will create the right conditions. Repot every two years; when repotting, hydrate 24 hours in advance to protect the roots.
Food
Feed every four weeks with water in the growing season, reducing to every six in autumn and winter.
Temperature
Room temperature conditions of 12-26°C are ideal for this plant.
Pet-safe
No, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.
Sprouts Top Tips
The stems and roots of the asparagus fern grow from a tuber at the top of the soil; when multiple of these form, they can be separated to propagate your plant!
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Purchased the white plastic pots needed them for a couple of ferns that live in the bathroom
Not used yet as the plot was taller than expected so I need a taller plant than the one I purchased the pot for
Bought this for a pink anthurium plant that needed repotting, The plant looks good in it but the only thing I did not realise was that the pot is quite a bit taller than I expected, Perhaps the height of it was on the site but I did not notice which another time if in doubt I will ask
This stuff has transformed the grottiest strip of earth ever into a thing of beauty. A couple of tree stumps were present already and I placed a couple of rocks randomly to complete the look. I`m crazy about my moss garden and it intrigues passers by. Did a few square metres last Summer and added to it this month.......both lots were from Sprouts. It arrives well boxed and cut into "squares". You just slap it down and water it in basically. I`m thrilled with it. Thanks Sprouts!
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