Plumosa Care

Water plumosa ferns often enough to prevent the soil from drying out.

Asparagus plumosa ferns benefit from fertilizer during the growing season. From spring until early fall, apply half-strength liquid houseplant fertilizer. Fertilize plumosa ferns monthly to encourage lush, healthy growth. Alternatively, you can use a slow-release granular fertilizer three times a year—in spring, summer, and fall. It’s vital to prevent a buildup of mineral salts in the potting soil. Every two or three months, flush the asparagus fern potting mix. To do this, pour water through the soil for two minutes and allow all the excess water to drain out. This plant care technique prevents fertilizer root burn. After flushing the potting soil, you can resume fertilizing the asparagus fern as usual.

Indirect light (indoors), part sun (outdoors)

Fertile, well drained potting soil.

Min Temperature - Ideally min 10° C or 50° F Max Temperature - 18 to 26°C or 65 to 80 °F

This plant is also known as the asparagus fern, lace fern, emerald fern, or the Shatavari plant. This plant contains irritants called sapogenins which can cause vomiting, anorexia and diarrhea, especially if the berries are consumed.

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