Asparagus ming
Asparagus 'Ming', also known as Asparagus macowanii or Asparagus retrofractus, is an elegant and graceful houseplant, prized for its fine, feathery foliage that resembles delicate ferns. Often grown for its ornamental appeal, this plant brings a touch of lightness and sophistication to any interior space. Although called "Ming fern", it is not a true fern, but belongs to the Asparagaceae family.
Origin: Asparagus 'Ming' is native to South Africa, where it thrives in dry, wooded areas. It is often found in rocky regions and has developed tolerance to a variety of environmental conditions, making it a hardy and adaptable plant for indoor cultivation.
Growth: This plant is relatively fast-growing indoors and can reach heights of 60 cm to 1.5 m, depending on growing conditions. Its slender, arching stems are covered with very fine, wiry leaves, giving it a delicate, airy appearance. Asparagus 'Ming' can be pruned to maintain a more compact form, and often develops a bushy habit.
Flowers: Although Asparagus 'Ming' is mainly grown for its foliage, it can produce small white or cream flowers, usually in spring or summer. The flowers are discreet and followed by small red or black berries, which add further visual interest to the plant.
Light: Asparagus 'Ming' prefers bright but indirect light. It also tolerates moderate light, making it adaptable to a variety of indoor conditions. Avoid direct sunlight, especially in midsummer, as this can burn its delicate leaves. An east- or west-facing window is ideal.
Watering: This plant prefers slightly moist soil, but it's important to let the substrate dry out slightly between waterings to avoid root rot. Water regularly during the active growth period, but reduce watering in winter when the plant is less active. Asparagus 'Ming' tolerates periods of mild drought, but prefers moderate to high ambient humidity.
Substrate: Use a well-draining potting soil rich in organic matter, such as a houseplant mix, or a light mix with perlite or sand to improve drainage. Asparagus 'Ming' prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Toxicity: Asparagus 'Ming' is mildly toxic to pets. Ingestion of the berries or leaves may cause gastrointestinal problems. It is therefore recommended to keep it out of reach of pets.
DELIVERIES / RETURNS
Territories and periods served:
We deliver all year and anywhere in Canada.
Carriers:
We pride ourselves on the quality of our products and place particular importance on the delivery methods used and the speed of service. That's why we only work with reputable transport companies that offer affordable rates and allow you to track your package in real time to its final destination. When the order leaves our greenhouses, the carrier takes over your order. We are not responsible for the risks involved in transport. Please contact the transport company directly.
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Delivery price:
The prices are established according to the exact weight of the package, and not according to a pre-established charter. You can therefore be sure to pay the exact price of your order. We do business with several delivery companies, which allows us to offer you the best price and the fastest and most efficient carrier.
Preparation of orders:
An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to you following the confirmation of your purchase. We ship everywhere in Canada only from Monday to Wednesday in order to avoid that our parcels stay at the post office on weekends. Local delivery is available from Monday to Saturday for the greater metropolitan area. You will receive your tracking number as soon as your order is processed and shipped, along with the expected delivery date. This number will allow you to know the status of your order in real time until its final destination. Please check your spam box if you do not receive a confirmation email. We do not give any delivery time due to the large quantity of orders to prepare.
Orders cancellation:
Do you want to cancel an order you have placed? We can only issue a refund if the order has not yet been prepared and/or shipped.
Combine your order with an existing one
We offer you the possibility to combine your purchases made on our online shop only if your order is not in preparation. Only orders to be shipped to the same address and name can be combined.
Winter Expedition
During the winter months, insulation packaging + heating package are included in the transport costs. In case of extreme cold, we reserve the right to suspend deliveries until suitable temperatures return.
Pickup in store:
In order to provide you with quality plants, we ask that you pick up your confirmed orders, ready for shop pick-up, within 4 days of your confirmation email.
Returns:
All our plants are final sales.
However, if you have received an order that is damaged, incorrect or has a phytosanitary problem, please contact us within 48 hours of receipt at info@serreslavoie.com. Please Include a photo of the product, its packaging and your order number. We will evaluate the situation and let you know afterwards if we proceed with the replacement of the product or a credit note.
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