7 Deer Fern , Blechnum Spicant

Description

Blechnum spicant are hardy in USDA hardiness zones 5-8 Deer Ferns can be grown in difficult situations such as under evergreen trees or in deep shade. They are fairly drought tolerate plants but will grow best if the soil is kept moderately moist. Deer Ferns should be planted in a compost rich, acidic soil with a pH of 5.0-6.5. They thrive in partial to full shade but can be grown in almost any light conditions, except full sun in a hot climate. The Unique Fronds of the Deer Fern Deer ferns are distinctive and unique because they have two different types of fronds. The fertile fronds are the taller of the two (up to 36"), and grow out of the center of each clump. These fertile fronds dry out and wither away by autumn. The sterile fronds are shorter (18") and thicker. These sterile fronds are evergreen and will grow up to surround the fertile, center fronds Growing Deer Ferns as House Plants Deer ferns may also be grown potted house plant.. Free gift with every order !!