Botanical name – Asplenium australasicum
Common name – Birds Nest Fern
Description – An Australian native fern with large glossy green foliage that can spread to 2 metres wide when fully grown. The fronds shoot out from a central point, forming a large nest shape.
Flower Colour – N/A
Flower Period – N/A
Fruiting – N/A
Location – Grows best in fertile soil in full to part shaded areas of the garden. Can tolerate morning sun but avoid direct, late summer sun. Can also work indoors in areas of great natural or filtered light.
Care – Maintain regular watering while establishing and during the hotter months of the year. Never allow soil to dry out completely.
Mature height – 1m H x 2m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
140mm – 20cm
200mm – 40cm
300mm – 60cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
Part Shade | |
Great Indoors | |
High Watering | |
Ideal for Pots | |
2m Wide | |
1m High |