HARDY FERNS Blechnum penna-marina
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HARDY FERNS Blechnum penna-marina
Commonly known as Alpine water fern
Forms an evergreen mat of dark green upright fronds, red-tinted when young
£14.50 each
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Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
None -
Place of origin
Australasia, southern South America -
Evergreen
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BorderSuitable for a shaded, sheltered border
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Height
10-15cm (4-6in) -
Spread
Indefinite
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FernLinear or pinnate fronds arise in tufts from rhizomes
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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)Borderline -
Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Full shade
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Partial shade
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