- Fast-Growing Plant
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
- Well-Drained Potting Mix
- Mature Height 24 inches
- Pet Safe
Bright-green feathery fronds give the Sprengeri Fern its distinctive look. This plant features reaching vines covered in spines or wispy foliage, which contrasts large-leaf plants nicely. Also known as Asparagus aethiopicus, Sprenger's asparagus, and asparagus fern, use this plant to add a burst of greenery and texture to a space. Give this plant the care and attention it needs, and it will quickly fill in and put its lacy fronds on full display.
Best Locations For Growing Sprengeri Fern
A warm area with increased humidity is best for Sprengeri Fern. Lots of moisture in the air will keep the lacey fronds lush, vibrant, and green. Place the Sprengeri Fern in a brightly lit bathroom, kitchen, or porch. You can grow this plant in dry areas, but be prepared to use a pebble tray or humidifier to help this fern feel at home.
Sprengeri Fern Sunlight Requirements
Sprengeri Fern can be grown as an outdoor plant, but it also makes a lovely houseplant. Plants grown indoors have different care needs. Asparagus ferns grown inside need bright indirect light. A well-lit area will help the plant settle in and push out long and full vines.
Sprengeri Fern Care
Under the right conditions, the Asparagus fern grows very fast. Prune the plant if it is outgrowing your space. Use clean sheers to remove excess foliage at the base. Repot often as the thick, tuberous roots of the Sprengeri Fern can quickly outgrow its pot. Divide the plant when repotting by gently separating the roots. The divisions can be repotted in the same-sized pots. Plants that are not divided should receive a larger pot.
Watering Sprengeri Fern
Plants grown in high humidity will not need water often. Increased dampness in the air will keep this fern hydrated—water when the top inch of the soil is dry.
Feeding Sprengeri Fern
Feed Sprengeri Fern using balanced, water-soluble fertilizer. Apply plant food monthly when the plant is pushing out new growth. Plants do not need to be fed when they are not actively growing, which can happen during the winter.
Sprengeri Fern Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: Yes |
| Kid Friendly: Yes |
| Air Purifier: Moderate |
| Habit: Clumping |
| Growth Rate: Fast |
| Mature Height: 24 inches |
| Mature Spread: 4 feet |
| Flowering: No |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Shade/Description: Grown for Foliage |
| Fragrant: No |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Light Green |
| Temperature: 65° - 75°F (18° - 24°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Sprengeri Fern |
| Other Name(s): Sprenger's Asparagus, Asparagus Fern |
| Scientific Name: Asparagus aethiopicus |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Fern_Sprengeri-HP
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
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
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#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
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations