Blechnum gibbum Silver Lady BlegibSL Dwarf Tree Fern, Silver Lady Fern, Norfolk Island Water
Blechnum gibbum Silver Lady BlegibSL Dwarf Tree Fern, Silver Lady Fern, Norfolk Island Water
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Blechnum gibbum Silver Lady Dwarf Tree Fern, Silver Lady Fern, Norfolk Island Water,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Palms, Ferns & Tropical Rosette, V-Shaped
Description:
Blechnum Silver Lady, commonly known as Silver Lady Fern or Dwarf Tree Fern, is a compact and graceful fern variety. This fern is admired for its delicate fronds and attractive silver-grey foliage. Silver Lady typically forms a rosette of arching fronds that grow in a symmetrical manner. The fronds have a lacy appearance, with finely divided leaflets that give them a feathery texture. The foliage has a silvery sheen, adding a touch of elegance to its overall appearance. prefer partial to full shade and moist, well-draining soil. Silver Lady is a popular choice for containers, shaded gardens, and as an indoor plant, bringing a touch of grace and beauty to any setting. Grows approx 1m H x W. Syn Oceaniopteris gibba.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m 60cm-1m
Position: Soil Type:
Semi Shade, Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Feature, Groundcover, Indoor Plant, Mass Planting, Shady Garden, Container / Pot, Native Garden, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases:Aphids, Caterpillars, Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Blechnaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: High
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate
Plant will be supplied in 14cm pot.