Asparagus retrofractus
Ming Asparagus, Cloud Asparagus
Description
Very unusual with erect stems with silvery gray stems. Threadlike leaves in rich tufts. Great in containers for a long period of time. Great cut foliage. Dogs may eat new shoots.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.