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    HARDY FERNS Blechnum brasiliense 'Volcano'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    HARDY FERNS Blechnum brasiliense 'Volcano'

    Commonly known as Crown fern, Dwarf Brazilian tree fern

    Large fronds up to 2ft or more with new growth a striking bronze colour. Will tolerate frost to -5°C but would benefit from shelter and some winter protection
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    Delivery Information
    Not available until May 2025
    £14.50 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 10+ for £12 each
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    Not available until May 2025 -
     
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    • Good to know
      Suits woodland or a shady border where there is some humidity
    • Pests & Diseases
      None
    • Place of origin
      Peru, Brazil
    • Evergreen
    • Border
      Suitable for a shaded, sheltered border
    • Cottage garden
    • Town garden
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Height
      1-1.5m (3-5ft)
    • Spread
      1-1.5m (3-5ft)
    • Fern
      Upright, trunk-like rhizomes, to 30cm (12in) tall and oblong-lance-shaped, pinnate, mid- to dark green fronds with finely toothed, linear pinnae
    • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
      Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
    • Acid / ericaceous loving
      Moist, humus-rich soil
    • Full shade
    • Partial shade
    • Mature Size
      1-1.5m (3-5ft)
      		 fern - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1-1.5m (3-5ft)
      		  
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