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Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie'

Also Known As

  • Leslie Crested Japanese Birdsnest Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 10"-15"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie' plant details

Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie' is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: aspleniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Attractive and compact, Crested Japanese Birdsnest Fern 'Leslie' has unusual ruffles at the terminal end of each leaf and this beautiful specimen has a full, dense growth habit. Grow on a partially sunny windowsill with moderate humidity. This new fern adds an unusual dimension to your indoor plant collection.

Gardening facts about Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie' plant

How to Grow Asplenium antiquum 'Leslie'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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