How Do You Start An Asparagus Fern Root From A Berry?
Asparagus fern (Asparagus densiflorus) is not really a fern. It is, like its relative garden asparagus, a part of the lily family. Highly prized as an ornamental houseplant, asparagus fern, also known as lace fern or emerald fern, can be planted in outdoor containers or directly in the soil in U.S. hardiness zones 7 to 11. Asparagus plants can be started from root cuttings or propagated from seeds that are contained in the bright red berries that appear on the plant in late autumn. Gather berries when they are fully ripe and mature. When they start to fall from the plant they are ready for harvest. Always wear gloves when handling the berries as they produce a sap that is irritating to the skin and may cause a severe allergic reaction in some people. If the sap gets on your skin, wash with mild hand soap and water. If the irritation persists, apply a paste of baking soda and water. Cover the berries with water and soak for 24 hours. Strain and then pinch or rub the berries to release t
