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Blechnum nipponicum
Also Known As
- Blechnum nipponicum pictum
- Struthiopteris hancockii
- Japanese Deer Fern
Plant type
fern
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 8"-10"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Blechnum nipponicum plant details
Blechnum nipponicum is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Blechnum nipponicum
- Plant type: fern
- Plant family: blechnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 10 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant, woodland garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Blechnum nipponicum
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Sebright Gardens
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Gardening facts about Blechnum nipponicum plant
How to Grow Blechnum nipponicum
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Fern
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-5'
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Struthiopteris spicant, Deer Fern, Northwestern Deer Fern
Plant Type
Fern
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Fern, Groundcover
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-60"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Fern
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 5"-6"
Width: 5"-6"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Fern
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-3'
- bright shade - mostly shade
- even moisture
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