As they age the feathery, dark green fronds of this handsome, evergreen 'hard fern' spread semi-horizontally to form an attractive, rosette-like shape. One of our recommended varieties, it provides all-year interest for shady areas of the garden and companionship for shade-loving woodland plants.
How to care for Blechnum spicant:
Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould, composted pine needles or garden compost into the planting hole. Remove dead fronds in spring.
Eventual height:
0.5m
Eventual spread:
0.45m
Position:
Light shade / shade
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil