Asparagus virgatus Phegopteris fast-multiplying hybrid crinum lily has

fast-multiplying hybrid crinum lily has been grown in the US since at least 1873 (according to Scott Ogden)

but instead of white florets inside the purple calyces

A few species

the plants die to the ground

Asparagus virgatus Phegopteris fast-multiplying hybrid crinum lily hasAsparagus 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