49 – 63 days. Plumosa Nanus seeds grow one of the most recognizable and efficient indoor favorites ever. Plumosa Nanus Asparagus seeds quickly mature into 18 – 24” tall laced and soft Ferny shrubs internationally favored to energize many offices and homes. Asparagus Fern is one of the easiest additions in the garden and is a perfect first grow for children or novice gardeners. Plumosa Nanus Asparagus Fern is one of the most popular greens used by florists and promises to add a delicate accent to any bouquet or seasonal arrangement. 100 seeds.
Growing Plumosa Nanus Asparagus Fern Garden Seeds
- Taxonomy: Asparagus setaceus var. nana
- Other Names: Common Asparagus Fern, Plumosa, Lace Fern, Climbing Asparagus, Ferny Asparagus
- Seed Type: Annual (Perennial to zones 9 – 12)
- Sow Indoors or Outdoors: Plumosa Nanus is popularly sown both indoors as well as outdoors, and can be kept perennially indoors. Seeds can be sown directly just after the frost or, for earliest starts, begin indoors 4 – 6 weeks prior. Germination can be slow and will occur in 21 – 35 days with full lighting.
- Days to Plant Maturity: 49 – 63 days
- Hardiness Zone: 3 – 12
- Seed Planting Depth: Lightly press without covering 3 – 4 seeds into soil
- Plant Spacing: 24”
- Growth Habit: 18 – 24” tall shrubby mound with a 24 – 36” spread of lace-like Ferns
- Soil Preference: Rich, evenly moist, well-drained
- Light Preference: Partial shade
- Diseases/Pests/Troubleshooting: Plumosa Nanus Asparagus Fern is a very speedy, vigorous, and low-maintenance grow, tolerating a wide range of climates and conditions. Plants are not susceptible to many diseases or insects, but monitor regularly for aphids and spider mites. Asparagus Fern is known to be such a hardy performer that it is considered invasive in many states.
- Color: Herbaceous emerald and piney greens
Plumosa Nanus is popularly sown both indoors as well as outdoors, and can be kept perennially indoors. Seeds can be sown directly just after the frost or, for earliest starts, begin indoors 4 – 6 weeks prior. Germination can be slow and will occur in 21 – 35 days with full lighting. Lightly press without covering 3 – 4 Plumosa Nanus seeds 24” apart in rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Plumosa Nanus Asparagus Fern is a very speedy, vigorous, and low-maintenance grow, tolerating a wide range of climates and conditions. Plants are not susceptible to many diseases or insects, but monitor regularly for aphids and spider mites. Asparagus Fern is known to be such a hardy performer that it is considered invasive in many states. Plumosa Nanus Asparagus fern seeds are quick to mature in 49 – 63 days as 18 – 24” tall shrubby mounds with a 24 – 36” spread of lace-like ferns.
Asparagus setaceus var. nana, or more commonly known as Asparagus Fern or Plumosa, is native to southern Africa, but has since been naturalized throughout much of the world in similar climates. Despite plumosa being listed as an invasive species in a number of regions, it is still on of the most internationally favored ornamental grows for florists, offices, and anywhere indoors. The specific name setaceus is derived from the Latin word saeta meaning "hair" or "bristle."