About
A compact, evergreen fern attaining 45cm tall. Rosette-forming, erect to arching leaves are narrow, glossy, and lime green with ruffled edges.
About the genus
Asplenium are evergreen ferns with short, usually erect rhizomes bearing a rosette of slightly leathery fronds which may be simple, pinnate to 3-pinnate
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectNorth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeFerns
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil, with added grit, in partial shade. See how to grow ferns for further advice
PruningDead or damaged fronds may be removed as necessary
PropagationPropagate by division, or propagate by sowing spores as soon as ripe at 15°C
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free outdoors
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a rust in mild, damp winters