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Asparagus Meyeri 'Foxtail Fern' Seeds
Plant details
As a variety of asparagus fern, foxtail ferns germinate with relative ease, and grow quickly into beautiful lush plants that thrive indoors and outdoors. These fabulous plants are bushy and fern-like, with cylindrical spiky "fronds". Expect them to reach a size of 24"-48" tall, making them a stunning addition to any indoor garden.
Instructions:
Asparagus ferns are easy plants to start from seed and to keep! Sow in very moist soil, cover with a humidity dome, keep warm(ideally >70F) and out of direct sunlight.
(Find more info on germinating seeds by going to our seed guide)
These seeds are for the 2026 growing season.
About the seeds:
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difficulty |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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germination time |
21-28 days |
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depth |
1/4” |
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spacing |
2-4 seeds per 3" nursery pot |
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recommended planter |
2"-4" nursery pot to start (no terra cotta for germination) |
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time to maturity |
6-12 months |
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seed prep |
pre-soak | scarification | stratification | none |
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method |
greenhouse | paper towel method |
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temperature |
70F - 85F |
About the Plants:
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description |
bushy fern-like plant, with cylindrical spiky "fronds" |
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difficulty |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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growth speed |
slow | medium | fast |
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size of plant |
24”-48” tall |
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light |
full sun | partial sun | shade | grow lights |
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soil |
well-draining coconut coir/peat-based potting mix |
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temperature |
warm | cool |
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pet-friendly |
cats | dogs | no |
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pests |
spider mites, aphids, mealy bugs |
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fertilization |
heavy | moderate | light |
Plant care
Review the product description for variety-specific light, water, humidity, and care guidance.
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Returns
Eligible new and unused items may be returned according to the FloraVines return policy. Live-plant concerns should be reported promptly with photos.
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