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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Ferns - Care Guide

Available Early Spring 2022 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

£13.50 each

MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 10+ for £10 each
Any 3+ £11 each

Available Early Spring 2022

1.5 to 2 Litre

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Evergreen
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)
Full shade
Partial shade
Additional Features - Good to know - - suits woodland or a shady border where there is some humidity
Pests & Diseases - none
Place of origin - Peru, Brazil
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Soil Conditions - Acid / ericaceous loving - - moist, humus-rich soil