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Foxtail Fern

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$47.49
  • Full Shade to Partial Sun
  • 2 Feet Tall
  • 2 - 3 Feet Wide
  • Growing Zones 9 - 11
  • Use As A Thriller In Containers

A delicate texture and vibrant green hue make the Foxtail fern a unique and welcoming addition to a landscape. The Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers' has upright plumes with dainty, needle-like foliage. The greenery is compact and appears as a fluffy mound. The branches bend and arch as they grow longer. Tiny white flowers bloom in the spring and transition into red berries by fall.

The height and delicate texture of the Foxtail fern create an impressive mass planting and almost look like an art installation. Use this clump-forming plant throughout a mixed bed to add height and contrast against more traditional blooming plants. Plant this fern in a window box or hanging basket for an unexpected and whimsical appearance.

Foxtail Fern Care

Plant the Foxtail fern in partial sun to shade. An area with 4 to 6 hours of sunlight is preferred, and afternoon shade is ideal. Use rich, moist, and well-drained soil. Give the fern water when the top few inches of soil are dry. Apply a balanced fertilizer every other month to encourage growth.

Remove dead or damaged growth as necessary. The Foxtail fern is a perennial in zones 9 through 11. It is semi-evergreen in areas with mild winter weather. In most areas, it is grown as an annual and can transition to a houseplant during the winter.

Foxtail Fern Spacing

Mature plants grow 2 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide. Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart in a landscape, or grow two plants in a 12-inch wide container.

Foxtail Fern Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Flower Color(s): n/a
Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage
Foliage Color(s): Light Green
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Full Sun
Height: 2 Feet
Spread: 2 - 3 Feet
Habit: Upright
Watering: Medium
Features: Evergreen upright fern
Scientific Name: Asparagus densiflorus 'myerii'
Common Name: Myers Foxtail Fern
SKU:
Copy of SWDFRN

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

3.5 Pot

3.5" Pot

Also Known As:
3.5" Container
 

Plant Age:
~ 6 months

Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"

Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W

Volume:
~1.42 quarts

4.25 Pot

4.25" Pot

Also Known As:
4.25" Container
 

Plant Age:
~ 6 months

Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"

Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W

Volume:
~1.56 pints

Quart Pot

Quart Pot

Also Known As:
Quart
 

Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year

Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"

Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W

Volume:
~1.50 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon

Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old

Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"

Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W

Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts

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Pre-Ordered Plants

Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.

Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule

Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.

Growing Zone Estimated Ship Week
Zone 10March 24th
Zone 9March 31st
Zone 8April 7th
Zone 7April 14th
Zone 6bApril 21st
Zone 6aApril 28th
Zone 5bMay 5th
Zone 5aMay 12th
Zone 4May 19th
Zone 3May 26th

Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.

Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.

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