Tips on how to grow asparagus fern

1. Suitable potting soil

When growing asparagus fern, you need to use loose, breathable, well-drained, humus-rich and slightly acidic soil. In such a soil environment, the roots of asparagus fern can breathe better, absorb water and nutrients, and thus grow vigorously. The requirements for the flower pot are not high. As long as the size meets the needs and has drainage holes at the bottom, it can enable it to maintain normal growth.

2. Suitable lighting

Asparagus fern has strong shade tolerance and does not like light. It should not be placed in direct or strong sunlight during cultivation, otherwise it will easily get sunburned. It is recommended to place it in a place with sufficient diffuse light indoors and receive more diffuse light so that the branches and leaves can carry out photosynthesis better and grow vigorously. Although it is shade-tolerant, keeping it in a dark environment for a long time will hinder its growth and easily cause yellow leaves.

3. Watering in moderation

Asparagus fern likes a humid environment, has a high demand for water during its growth period, and has limited drought tolerance. If the soil is found dry, it must be watered in time. When watering, you must control the amount of water. The soil only needs to be slightly moist. Waterlogging is strictly prohibited. Normally, water the plants once every three or four days. In summer, when the temperature is high, water more frequently. After winter, its growth rate slows down or even stops, so water should be controlled appropriately. In addition, if the climate is dry, you can spray water frequently to increase the humidity.

4. Suitable temperature

Asparagus fern likes warm environment and has poor cold resistance. The temperature that is conducive to its growth is between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. Although it has a certain ability to withstand high temperatures, when the temperature is above 34°C for a long time in summer, it is necessary to increase ventilation and spray water frequently to help cool down. The temperature drops in winter, so the plants must be moved indoors and kept above 10°C. Otherwise, they will be in danger of frostbite and will find it difficult to safely overwinter.

5. Apply thin fertilizer frequently

Asparagus fern consumes more nutrients during the peak growing season. It is best to apply liquid fertilizer once a month, using diluted nitrogen fertilizer, or it can be combined with watering at the same time. A low fertilizer concentration can better absorb nutrients, thereby achieving vigorous growth and avoiding fertilizer damage.