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Deer Fern - 1 Gallon
SKU:
1870250
UPC:
651469541612
$19.99
- Deep shade‑loving fern with two distinct frond types for year‑round interest.
- Evergreen sterile fronds form a flattened rosette; fertile fronds stand upright in summer.
- Moderate‑growing fern reaching 8–20 inches tall and about 24 inches wide.
- Thrives in moist to wet, acidic, humus‑rich soil in partial to full shade.
Blechnum spicant, commonly known as Deer Fern, is an elegant evergreen fern prized for its unique two‑tier frond structure that offers striking texture and seasonal interest. This shade‑loving woodland species develops outward‑arching sterile fronds that persist year‑round, creating a lush rosette, while its central fertile fronds rise vertically during the growing season. Perfect for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and groundcover applications, Deer Fern performs best in consistently moist, acidic, humus‑rich soil with protection from direct sun. Its tidy size, resilient nature, and refined structure make it a standout foliage plant in low‑light garden settings.
Plant Description
Features two distinct frond types: evergreen sterile fronds forming a flattened rosette, and upright fertile fronds that provide added seasonal height and interest.
Foliage
Deep green, leathery, evergreen sterile fronds with narrower, upright fertile fronds emerging from the center in summer.
Sun Requirements
Prefers full shade to partial shade; protect from sun exposure to prevent stress.
Watering Needs
Requires consistently moist to wet soil; ideal for cool, damp woodland settings.
Soil Requirements
Thrives in humus-rich, neutral to very acidic soils with good moisture retention and proper drainage.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth habit, reaching approximately 8–20 inches tall and up to 24 inches wide.
Special Features
Evergreen, easy-care, shade-loving, native to North America, and tolerant of very wet areas.
Landscape Uses
Excellent for borders, groundcover, woodland gardens, shaded beds, and naturalistic plantings.
Care Instructions
Maintain consistent soil moisture, fertilize during the growing season, and remove faded fronds as new growth emerges. Spreads slowly by rhizomes.
- Deep shade‑loving fern with two distinct frond types for year‑round interest.
- Evergreen sterile fronds form a flattened rosette; fertile fronds stand upright in summer.
- Moderate‑growing fern reaching 8–20 inches tall and about 24 inches wide.
- Thrives in moist to wet, acidic, humus‑rich soil in partial to full shade.
Blechnum spicant, commonly known as Deer Fern, is an elegant evergreen fern prized for its unique two‑tier frond structure that offers striking texture and seasonal interest. This shade‑loving woodland species develops outward‑arching sterile fronds that persist year‑round, creating a lush rosette, while its central fertile fronds rise vertically during the growing season. Perfect for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and groundcover applications, Deer Fern performs best in consistently moist, acidic, humus‑rich soil with protection from direct sun. Its tidy size, resilient nature, and refined structure make it a standout foliage plant in low‑light garden settings.
Plant Description
Features two distinct frond types: evergreen sterile fronds forming a flattened rosette, and upright fertile fronds that provide added seasonal height and interest.
Foliage
Deep green, leathery, evergreen sterile fronds with narrower, upright fertile fronds emerging from the center in summer.
Sun Requirements
Prefers full shade to partial shade; protect from sun exposure to prevent stress.
Watering Needs
Requires consistently moist to wet soil; ideal for cool, damp woodland settings.
Soil Requirements
Thrives in humus-rich, neutral to very acidic soils with good moisture retention and proper drainage.
Growth & Size
Moderate growth habit, reaching approximately 8–20 inches tall and up to 24 inches wide.
Special Features
Evergreen, easy-care, shade-loving, native to North America, and tolerant of very wet areas.
Landscape Uses
Excellent for borders, groundcover, woodland gardens, shaded beds, and naturalistic plantings.
Care Instructions
Maintain consistent soil moisture, fertilize during the growing season, and remove faded fronds as new growth emerges. Spreads slowly by rhizomes.
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