Product description
Asplenium Bulbiferum, commonly known as the Hen and Chickens Fern or Mother Spleenwort, is an evergreen fern plant with lush, green foliage growing on slender, arching stems. The fronds have plantlets on the tips, which will eventually autumn off and grow into a new fern plant.
The Hen and Chickens Fern will grow best in moist, well-drained soil away from direct sunlight. They are excellent plants for adding year-round colour and texture to partially sunny or shady borders and rock gardens.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
Mother Spleenwort
Asplenium bulbiferum
Asplenium bulbiferum
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Product description
Asplenium Bulbiferum, commonly known as the Hen and Chickens Fern or Mother Spleenwort, is an evergreen fern plant with lush, green foliage growing on slender, arching stems. The fronds have plantlets on the tips, which will eventually autumn off and grow into a new fern plant.
The Hen and Chickens Fern will grow best in moist, well-drained soil away from direct sunlight. They are excellent plants for adding year-round colour and texture to partially sunny or shady borders and rock gardens.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Direct water towards the soil rather than the fronds to help prevent root rot.
How to Water
Water well for the first year. After this asplenium is relatively drought tolerant.
How to Plant
Plant asplenium in full shade or partial shade in moist but well-draining soil. Dig in plenty of garden compost before planting to give the soil a boost of nutrients and help hold in moisture.
