Methods and techniques for propagating asparagus fern (how to make asparagus fern grow more luxuriantly by cuttings)

Seed propagation

   Seed propagation is also called "seed propagation". It means picking the asparagus fern seeds after they are mature, soaking them in warm water overnight, and then scattering the seeds on the soil surface. After maintenance to promote germination, they can grow into asparagus fern seedlings.

Propagation by division

   Division propagation is also called "division propagation". It means that when you repot asparagus fern in spring and summer, separate the small plants growing next to the plant. Generally, 2 to 3 plants are clustered in one pot. After that, they are cared for and managed to promote acclimatization, and they can become division seedlings of asparagus fern.

In terms of growth ability, it is recommended to propagate asparagus fern by division, so as to increase the survival rate of reproduction.

How to use division to improve the survival rate?

First, choose spring and summer, which is the stage of vigorous growth of the plant. At this time, division propagation can quickly adapt to the pot and improve the overall reproduction survival rate.

The second is to choose loose, breathable, slightly acidic soil, such as a mixture of leaf mold and coarse sand, which can allow the roots of the plant to breathe more smoothly.

The third is to place it in a cool place for maintenance, and wait until the plant takes root before moving it to a place with soft light for maintenance.

Fourth, you cannot apply fertilizer for the time being. You need to wait until the new roots grow stably before applying fertilizer.

How can we maintain it so that it becomes lush and green?

Soft lighting:

Asparagus fern is native to southern Africa, where the light is relatively soft. Growing in such an environment for a long time, the plant has developed a habit of liking semi-shade and soft light. If it is placed under strong light for a long time, the branches and leaves will be sunburned or will not grow normally.

I think it needs to be placed in a location with diffused light indoors for maintenance, and appropriate shading care should be performed in summer, so as to ensure that the plant becomes lush and leafy.

Water appropriately:

Asparagus fern likes a humid growing environment, and the roots of the plant are fleshy and have a strong ability to store water, so it is very averse to waterlogging and over-humid soil.

If the soil is moist when watering, it will easily cause the roots of the plant to rot in the long run, and in severe cases it will cause the plant to wither.

I think every time you water, you must ensure that the soil is dry. For example, you can insert a bamboo stick into the soil and water it when you see that it is dry.

In addition, when it comes to summer and autumn, you can increase the humidity by spraying water through the air, so that it will become lush and leafy.

Reasonable fertilization:

Asparagus fern is not tolerant to fertilizer, and too much fertilizer can easily cause it to grow too tall, so it is especially taboo to use concentrated fertilizer for maintenance. If excessive fertilizer is used during the growth period to promote growth, it will easily cause problems such as excessive growth of branches and leaves, or root burn and withering.

I think when applying fertilizer, you need to choose the growth stage of the plant. For example, in spring and summer, use nutrient-rich cake fertilizer water, dilute it with clean water, and apply it once every 30 days. No fertilizer should be applied in autumn and winter. This will allow the plant to become lush and leafy.

Timely pruning:

If the plant is maintained according to its growth habits, its branches and leaves will soon become lush, and some branches will gradually age and wither. If it is not pruned and maintained in time, new branches and leaves will not grow out, and it will be easy to be infected by various diseases and insects.

I think when you see the vines growing too fast, you should prune them in time, so that the plant will look more lush.