Asplenium bulbiferum

mother fern
Graceful, lacy fern. Quirky fernlets ride on the leaves adding interest; if they land in moist soil these babies will grow into new mother ferns.
height 1–2ft
width 3–4ft
tolerates Cool Summers, Fog, Pots
water
needs
High
water
info
Water this plant regularly and deeply, when the surface of the soil has dried. Usually this is once or twice a week in dry weather. It can also be kept evenly moist.
hardy
to
26F
exposure Full Shade – Part Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil
fertilizing All Purpose
origin New Zealand
california
native
No
sunset
zones
15–17, 20–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Susceptible to snail and slugs, good mulching and even watering will help.