Evergreen Ferns

Description

Evergreen Ferns

The birds nest fern (Asplenium nidus) is an evergreen fern forming a graceful rosette of glossy, strap-shaped fronds with a nest-like centre, bringing lush, architectural texture to shaded borders or bright, humid interiors. Slow growing, it typically reaches about 6090 cm high and wide, thriving in shade to light shade (bright, indirect light indoors) in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Protect from direct sun and from frost; grow outdoors only in frost-free, sheltered positions, or as a houseplant for reliable year-round foliage.

Position: Shade to light shade Rate of Growth: Slow Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained Hardiness: Tender; protect from frost Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Plant at a Glance

light:shade light:light-shade facing:east facing:north soiltype:moderate-fertile soilmoisture:normal foliage:evergreen leafcolour:green size:60-90cm gardenstyle:architectural