Australian Sword Fern
Nephrolepis obliterata
Lacy green leaflets sway in the wind upon tall and erect fronds. A wind tolerant fern use it in hanging baskets, or pots along the patio.
| Key feature: | Shade Loving |
| Plant type: | Fern |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 9 - 11 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Grows to 3 ft. tall by 4 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Blooms: | Does not flower |
| Foliage color: | Light Green |
| Item no.: | 2969 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
Lacy green leaflets sway in the wind upon tall and erect fronds. A wind tolerant fern use it in hanging baskets, or pots along the patio.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed frequently during growing season with a general purpose fertilizer. Cut back old fronds after new growth begins in spring.
| Key feature: | Shade Loving |
| Plant type: | Fern |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 9 - 11 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Grows to 3 ft. tall by 4 ft. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Blooms: | Does not flower |
| Foliage color: | Light Green |
| Item no.: | 2969 |
