Blechnum spicant
Deer Fern, Deer Tongue Fern
Description
This native evergreen fern forms a small rosette of dark green foliage. Its small, narrow sword fronds grow to 24-30" long with rounded leaflets. It prefers a cool, shady climate with average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Plant Type
Fern
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.