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Deer Fern

Deer Fern

Blechnum spicant

SKU: E-BLES
Collection: Ferns
Tags: blechnum, fern

Two frond types give this deep shade loving fern many uses. Sterile leaves spread flat, creating a glossy, evergreen groundcover. Fertile leaves emerge upright from the center midsummer.

Details

Botanical NameBlechnum spicant
Height30cm
Spread45cm
ExposurePartial Shade, Full Shade
HardinessZone 3

Planting Instructions

Diagram of plant in large hole filled with soil
  • Remove from the growing container.
  • Dig a hole 2 times container size and same depth of container.
  • Refill with dry soil.
  • Water thoroughly after planting.