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Deer Fern

Blechnum spicant

Plant Description

Elegant ornamental clumping evergreen fern with small sturdy fronds, some of which stick straight up. Has bright green foliage and grows in moist to wet forest understory. Looks similar to sword fern, but is smaller and less messy. Hardy.

Plant Details

Life Forms
Habitats
Soil and Moisture Conditions
Special Uses
Shade Preference
Mature Height 8” - 2.5’
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