Foxtail Fern (Asparagus densiflorus ‘Meyerii’)
Price range: $11.00 through $19.50
Fluffy, bright green plumes with zero fuss. Foxtail Fern thrives in sun or shade and adds bold texture to beds, borders, and containers.
Description
🌿 Foxtail Fern (Asparagus densiflorus ‘Meyerii’)
Bold texture. Low maintenance. A Florida-friendly filler that steals the show.
Foxtail Ferns are compact, clumping evergreens known for their bright green, fluffy plumes that resemble—you guessed it—fox tails. These aren’t true ferns, but they’re hardy, drought-tolerant performers ideal for Florida borders, containers, and mass plantings.
They thrive in sun or part shade and offer a tidy, arching form that stays looking fresh even through heat and humidity. With minimal care and no fuss, Foxtail Fern adds a sculptural element to landscapes year-round.
📍 Highlights
- Light Needs: Full sun to part shade (what does that mean?)
- Mature Size: 2 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Soil Needs: Well-drained; tolerates sandy and rocky soils
- Drought Tolerance: High once established
- Cold Tolerance: USDA Zones 9–11
- Special Features: Evergreen, low maintenance, non-invasive root system
🪴 Approximate Size at Sale
| Container | Average Size | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Gallon | 8–12″ tall | Small containers, budget installs, grouping starter |
| 3 Gallon | 14–20″ tall × 18–24″ wide | Landscape-ready, immediate impact, border planting |
💡 Design Tip
Use in clusters of 3–5 for soft, repeating structure or combine with bold-leaved tropicals like
Cordyline,
Croton, and
Oyster Plant for textural contrast. Performs well in planters or raised beds where drainage is sharp.
🔗 Also featured in: Tropical Harmony Bundle
Additional information
| Size | 1 Gallon, 3 Gallon |
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