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Also Known As

  • Blechnum procerum
  • Parablechnum wattsii
  • Hard Water Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 8a-9b

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Blechnum wattsii plant details

Blechnum wattsii is a semi-evergreen fern with green and pink foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Blechnum wattsii

Plant type: fern
Plant family: blechnaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green and pink
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, spreading, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Blechnum wattsii

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright, semi-lancelot blades with 10 to 15 pairs of lacelot pinnae. Young fronds are lighly frosted with a rosy patina. Plant in partial sun to full shade & moist, humusy soil. Zone 8 to 9. Height: 2 to 3 feet. Stoloniferous & Semi-Evergreen.

Gardening facts about Blechnum wattsii plant

How to Grow Blechnum wattsii

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • pink
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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