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Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis'

Also Known As

  • Pteris cretica 'Evergemiensis'
  • Silver Lace Fern
  • Slender Brake Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 8a-12

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Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis' plant details

Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis' is an evergreen fern with blue, green, variegated and white 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 humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis'

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 9. Dainty feathery green & white fronds. Pteris ensiformis ‘Evergemiensis’, commonly known as Variegated Brake Fern, displays colorful silvery-white fronds with thin green margins. Exhibits an upright, clumping habit. Keep evenly moist as this fern likes high humidity. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil. Excellent for containers inside or on a shaded patio. Protect from freezing temperatures!

Gardening facts about Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis' plant

How to Grow Pteris ensiformis 'Evergemiensis'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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