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Nephrolepis pendula

Also Known As

  • Nephrolepis cordifolia
  • Long John Pendulant Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Nephrolepis pendula plant details

Nephrolepis pendula is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nephrolepis pendula

Plant type: fern
Plant family: nephrolepidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant, weeping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nephrolepis pendula

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Nephrolepis pendula plant

How to Grow Nephrolepis pendula

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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