Asparagus ferns may be right for you - LSU AgCenter

(For Release On 01/08/16) The name “asparagus fern” is a strange jumble of terms. These plants are neither ferns nor edible vegetables. Although not even distantly related to ferns, asparagus ferns are, however, actually closely related to edible asparagus (Asparagus officinalis). Asparagus ferns are versatile, reliable, easy to grow and useful in a variety of gardening situations.

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Arching fronds of fresh green, needlelike foliage all season

Asparagus Fern - Asparagus densiflorous 'sprengeri

Asparagus Fern - Asparagus densiflorous 'sprengeri

Now is good time to plant asparagus - LSU AgCenter

Ferns are at home on the dark side of the garden

Tough asparagus ferns provide lush foliage

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