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Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern
Pyrrosia 'MONBRTS'
Pronunciation: pye-RHO-see-ya
SKU #41938
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER:
Let soil dry between waterings.
SIZE:
Reaches 1 ft. tall and wide, spreading wider over time.
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| Description | Growing on rocks under extreme drought conditions, this curiously beautiful evergreen species was collected in Hunan Province by plantsman Dan Hinkley. It is best cultivated on steep embankments in draining soils, on rotting stumps or logs, or as a container plant in partially shaded sites on a terrace. Will make for a splendid specimen over time. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control, Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Hillside |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| Care Instructions | Provide well drained, loose soil. Prefers humidity. In the garden, plant on a steep slope. Spreads by rhizomes. When potting, do not bury the rhizome too deep, as it can rot. Leaves will turn pale in drought conditions and return to green when watered. |
Details
| Description | Growing on rocks under extreme drought conditions, this curiously beautiful evergreen species was collected in Hunan Province by plantsman Dan Hinkley. It is best cultivated on steep embankments in draining soils, on rotting stumps or logs, or as a container plant in partially shaded sites on a terrace. Will make for a splendid specimen over time. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control, Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Hillside |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide well drained, loose soil. Prefers humidity. In the garden, plant on a steep slope. Spreads by rhizomes. When potting, do not bury the rhizome too deep, as it can rot. Leaves will turn pale in drought conditions and return to green when watered. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern produce flowers?
Prized for foliage
Is Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern evergreen or deciduous?
Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern?
Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern is Waterwise, Multi-Season Interest.
Is Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern resistant to pests or animals?
Erosion Control, Dry Shade
How fast does Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern grow?
Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern in my landscape?
Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern is suitable for: Container, Hillside.
What color is the foliage of Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern?
Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern?
Good companion plants for Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lenten Rose (Helleborus); Columbine (Aquilegia); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Jurassic™ Brontosaurus Tongue Fern?
Provide well drained, loose soil. Prefers humidity. In the garden, plant on a steep slope. Spreads by rhizomes. When potting, do not bury the rhizome too deep, as it can rot. Leaves will turn pale in drought conditions and return to green when watered.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.