Asparagus ferns are considered invasive in some areas of the country, so Roethling advises gardeners check with their local townships and municipalities before planting them to see if they are on a ...

The name “asparagus fern” is a strange jumble of terms. These plants are neither ferns nor edible vegetables. Although not even distantly related to ferns, asparagus ferns are, however, actually ...

Last week, I mentioned how common names can be confusing. A good example is the asparagus fern. Despite its common name, these plants are not ferns. Asparagus ferns will flower and produce fruit ...

Ferns are among the oldest living plants, with fossil records dating back 383 to 393 million years ago. These plants are resilient and have survived volcanic eruptions and cold climates thanks to ...

If there's one houseplant my visitors always point out, it's my asparagus fern. Its soft fronds make a magnificent display in my living room and it grew so large it started to trail like a cascading ...

Growing asparagus requires patience — from planting to harvest takes two to three years, but the wait is well worth the reward. Homegrown asparagus is one of the earliest vegetables of the spring. Its ...

At this point in the season, gardeners growing asparagus may be wondering when to cut down those tall, skinny stalks that have grown from their asparagus plants. Wait until the ferns are fully brown ...

Asparagus is a delicious and resilient perennial that can be grown anywhere from kitchen gardens to roadside ditches and flowery meadows. In raised beds, too. ADVERTISING Asparagus is a delicious and ...