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HARDY FERNS Blechnum tabulare
Commonly known as Mountain blechnum

Hardy dark green foliage, will form thick clumps in shaded areas
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Good to know
Misapplied. B. chilense -
Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
South Africa, Madagascar, Australia, Falkland Islands, West Indies -
EvergreenOval, pinnate, dark-green sterile fronds 30-60cm (12-24in) long.
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Woodland garden
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
1m (3ft) -
Spread
60-120cm (2-4ft) -
FernErect rhizomes to 60cm (24in) tall. Forms a trunk after many years.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Full shade
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Mature Size1m (3ft)
60-120cm (2-4ft)
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