Arborvitae Fern
Selaginella braunii
Pronunciation: sel-ah-gih-NEL-ah BRAWN-ee-eye
SKU #05982
| Description | Actually not a fern at all, this oversized spikemoss is named for its lacy, scaly frond-like leaves that resemble an Arborvitae, Slowly spreads to create a mounding groundcover for shady areas. The dark green color complements woodland or terrarium plantings, and is especially attractive mixed with ferns. Herbaceous perennial. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Prized for foliage |
| Mature Size | Slow grower to 6 to 12 in. tall, 24 in. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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| Special Features | Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
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| Care | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. As a groundcover, space plants 2 ft. to 3 ft. apart, (closer for faster coverage). Control weeds with mulch until the plants cover the area. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
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