How to grow and care for Asparagus officinalis
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Asparagus officinalis, Asparagus, White asparagus
Asparagus officinalis 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
5C° ~25C°
Every 14 days
water
How to water Asparagus officinalis
How often should I water?
check Asparagus officinalis Every 14 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
When is the Dormant period?
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Asparagus officinalis need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Asparagus officinalis likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-22
-22~38℃
45
Houseplants
-15
5~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Asparagus officinalis at home, make sure the temperature is 5~25℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Asparagus officinalis prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Habitat | Asia |
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