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Asplenium bulbiferum

Mother Fern

Plant photo of: Asplenium bulbiferum
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

The Mother Fern is an evergreen fern with lacy, light green fronds that reach 3' in height, often with miniature "babies" produced along the margins of the fronds. It should receive part sun to shade, with average watering. It is not frost hardy, and like most ferns, does excellent in containers.

 

Plant Type

Fern

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Tropical, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

Container, Filler

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.