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:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.