Overview

Asparagus verticillatus is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Asparagus, part of the Asparagaceae family, with feathery, fern-like foliage. Asparagus verticillatus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include vegetable gardens and perennial borders.

About

Asparagus verticillatus is a clump-forming cultivar within the Asparagus genus, known for its feathery, fern-like foliage. It thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring well-drained, neutral loam soils. Hardy to UK zone H4, this plant is suitable for vegetable gardens and perennial borders. Propagation is typically done by crowns.

About the genus

Asparagus or garden asparagus is a perennial flowering plant species in the genus Asparagus native to Eurasia. Widely cultivated as a vegetable crop, its young shoots are used as a spring vegetable.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Asparagus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Asparagus verticillatus size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Feathery, fern-like

Suggested uses

Vegetable gardens, perennial borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Asparagus verticillatus

Propagation

Crowns

Pest resistance

Susceptible to asparagus beetle, slugs, snails

Disease resistance

Susceptible to foot and root rots, violet root rot

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