Blechnum penna-marina ssp. alpinum 'Cristatum'

Also Known As

Austroblechnum penna-marina ssp. alpinum 'Cristatum'

Plant type

fern

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

6b-9b

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Blechnum penna-marina ssp. alpinum 'Cristatum' plant details

Blechnum penna-marina ssp. alpinum 'Cristatum' is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Blechnum penna-marina ssp. alpinum 'Cristatum'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: blechnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Blechnum penna-marina ssp. alpinum 'Cristatum'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The choice 'Cristata' form of this dwarf little New Zealand Deer Fern relative. We received our start of this little jewel from Bovees Nursery and have been thrilled with how it has done in our shade garden. Dense mats of tight little evergreen fronds crested at the ends. What's not to like about this?