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Pellaea calomelanos

Also Known As

  • Pellaea hastata
  • Blue Rock Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 8"-18"
  • W: 8"-18"

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

Pellaea calomelanos plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pellaea calomelanos

Plant type: fern
Plant family: pteridaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pellaea calomelanos

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pellaea hastata ~ Attractive, dense mound of lobed to tri-lobed, dark blue-green pinnae on black stems. Makes a showy potted plant. Plant in light or afternoon shade & well drained, moist soil. Zones 8b to 10. Size: 8” to 18”. Evergreen.

Gardening facts about Pellaea calomelanos plant

How to Grow Pellaea calomelanos

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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