Ferns 2009

There is increasing interest in indigenous ferns. Although most ferns prefer damp, shady positions and are often used as container plants, some varieties thrive in the open and even in sun. (e.g. Microsorium scolopendrium – the Dune fern). Some ferns are quite easy to propagate.

Asparagus virgatus

Broom Asparagus

Soft delicate grass-like plant for shade. Leaves used by birds for nest linings.

Blechnum punctulatum

Copper Fern
 

40 cm, shade, arching fronds

Microsorium scolopendrium

Dune Fern

Pleasing groundcover for sun or shade.  Also for hanging baskets.

Rumohra adiantiformis

Leather Leaf Fern

1m, shade. Long-lasting in the vase. Good potplant.

Stenochlaena tenuifolia

Climbing  Fern
 

Attractive tropical-looking fern to climb up a tree

Todea barbara

Swamp Forest Fern
 

Damp soil, 1 m, partial shade