Asparagus virgatus Phegopteris A few species

A few species

but instead of white florets inside the purple calyces

recently published species (1997) was discovered by the Beijing Botanic Garden and sent to Darrell Probst for identification

Old clumps can be divided and replanted

Asparagus virgatus Phegopteris A few speciesAsparagus virgatus is a South African broom fern that will really sweep you off your feet with its garden performance. Asparagus virgatus is a wonderful winter hardy, airy textured addition to both a full sun or part shade garden. The 3' tall upright spikes open into a soft, thread like, green "broom." Each 3' wide drought tolerant clump can be used as a fine textural contrast in the garden, for a long lasting filler in floral arrangements, or to