Asparagus virgatus Burma/Myanmar where it can be found

where it can be found growing in sunny rock cracks near the crater's rim

The dramatic stalks of green- and yellow-striped variegated leaves with a brilliant maroon edge grow to 6' and are topped in summer with bright orange flowers that are favored by hummingbirds

This selection makes a 5'+ tall specimen that prefers moist soils but adapts well to all but the driest of garden conditions

but grow faster in evenly moist soils

grass-like foliage that eventually makes a tight mat in even the worst garden conditions

Asparagus virgatus Burma/Myanmar where it can be foundAsparagus 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