Climbing Asparagus (Asparagus Scandens) is a perennial climber in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Asparagus scandens is a slender, climbing or scrambling shrublet native to South Africa, known for its fine-textured, fresh green foliage and tuberous roots.

Climbing Asparagus

Climbing Asparagus

Asparagus Scandens

Asparagus scandens is a slender, climbing or scrambling shrublet native to South Africa, known for its fine-textured, fresh green foliage and tuberous roots.

Quick Facts

Type
climber
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, climber, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Climbing Asparagus

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asparagaceae
Genus:Asparagus